What are tuna patties made of?

Tuna patties are typically made from tuna (fresh or canned), breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings. Our version uses sushi-grade Ahi tuna for a fresher, more flavorful result.

What is the best kind of tuna to use for tuna patties?

Fresh sushi-grade Ahi tuna is best for flavor and texture. We like ahi (yellow fin or big eye) tuna. Blue fin tuna steaks are great too!

Can I use bread crumbs instead of crackers?

Yes, Panko bread crumbs work great for this recipe.

How do you keep tuna patties from falling apart?

To prevent tuna patties from falling apart, make sure to use enough egg and breadcrumbs. Chilling the patties before cooking can also help them hold their shape better.

Can I use canned tuna instead of fresh tuna for patties?

Yes, canned tuna can be used for convenience, but fresh Ahi tuna offers a moist texture and clean flavor that elevates the dish.

What do you serve with tuna patties?

Tuna patties pair well with Asian Salad , Cilantro Lime Rice , roasted veggies, or a tangy dipping sauce. Try them with our Baby Broccoli or No Mayo Coleslaw .

Tuna Patties (Tuna Cakes)

Ingredients

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For the tuna patties:

8 oz fresh ahi tuna
1/2 C cracker crumbs (we used a club crackers )
1 tbsp old bay seafood seasoning
Pinch of salt
Pinch of pepper
1 egg
1 tsp Cilantro
Fresh lime juice
2 tbsp Olive oil

For the dipping sauce:

1/4 c cocktail sauce
1/2 c mayonnaise
Tsp fresh lime juice

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Instructions

Dice tuna into 1/4" pieces and place in a mixing bowl
Squeeze one fresh lime wedge onto tuna
Salt and pepper tuna, and mix in old bay seasoning
Crush crackers and cilantro and mix to an oatmeal consistency (you want some larger pieces)
In a separate bowl, scramble the egg and add to tuna.
Combine cracker crumbs with tuna and mix together (it will look wet, don't worry the crackers will absorb the liquid).
Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes
Heat a sauté pan over medium high and add tbsp olive oil
Divide tuna mixture into 3 equal parts and form into balls and lightly smash to flatten top and bottom
Place in sauté pan and cook over medium high heat for 2 minutes, turn over and cook for another 2 minutes.
Serve with fresh lime and drizzle with tuna sauce

Notes

DON'T OVER-MIX: make sure to keep larger pieces of tuna in the mix for optimum flavor.

Author: Superman Cooks
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Category: Appetizer or sandwich
Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cake
Calories: 527
Sugar: 5.4 g
Sodium: 1551.6 mg
Fat: 41.2 g
Carbohydrates: 19.3 g
Protein: 21.6 g
Cholesterol: 109.1 mg