Tuna Patties

Tuna Patties, also known as Tuna Cakes, are a delicious and budget-friendly meal that can be made easily with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry!

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Before You Get Started

A few things that make the difference between tuna patties that hold together beautifully and ones that fall apart in the pan:

DON’T SKIP THE EGG, MAYO, AND BREADCRUMBS: These are the essentials to hold together the tuna patties. They are important to the structure of the tuna patty. The eggs provide structure when cooking, the mayo adds richness and moisture, and the breadcrumbs absorb moisture and bind everything together to help form the patties.

TUNA: Feel free to use chunk light or white tuna. Both options work well, and it ultimately comes down to personal preference.

How To Make Delicious Tuna Patties

This is just a quick overview of the method for these tuna cakes. As always, specific measurements and step-by-step instructions are included in the printable recipe box at the bottom of the post.

STEP 1: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix just until combined. The mixture should hold together when pressed but still look chunky and textured.

**PRO TIP: Resist the urge to mix everything until smooth. If you are using white tuna, try to keep some of the chunks.

**MAX FLAVOR: For more flavor, add minced fresh dill, 1 teaspoon of Old Bay, or 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. If you would like to add some spice, add a finely diced jalapeno or 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper.

STEP 2: Form into six equal-sized patties.

**PRO TIP: Uniform thickness ensures the patties cook evenly, achieving a golden crust on both sides.

STEP 3: Fry in oil over medium to medium-low heat until golden brown. Serve immediately.

**PRO TIP: Handle the patties gently while flipping to prevent breakage. Ensure they are browned sufficiently on the first side to develop a golden crust, so you only have to flip them once. This will also help against the patties breaking.

FAQs

Serving Suggestions

• Serve on a toasted bun with tomato, lettuce, and Homemade Tartar Sauce.
• My kids like to eat these patties cold, along with this Creamy Coleslaw.
• If you aren’t a fan of coleslaw, they would pair well with almost any other salad. To make it super simple, grab one of those bagged salads!
• Serve over a bed of this Rice Pilaf along with your favorite steamed vegetable.

Make-Ahead Option

Having a hectic week? No problem! You can easily prepare these delicious patties in advance. Just shape them, place on a tray, cover with plastic wrap, and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. When you’re ready for a tasty meal, simply take them out and fry them according to the recipe instructions.

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