Old Fashioned Tuna Croquettes
Crispy, golden, and delightfully nostalgic, these Old Fashioned Tuna Croquettes are a timeless comfort food that’s both simple to make and irresistibly flavorful. Made with pantry staples like flaky canned tuna, breadcrumbs, and a touch of zesty onion and fresh parsley, these croquettes come together in just 15 minutes of prep time. A quick pan-fry in hot vegetable oil delivers a perfectly crisp exterior that gives way to a tender, savory interior. Serve these classic patties with fresh lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce for an easy appetizer or a satisfying main course. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is a budget-friendly way to transform humble ingredients into something truly special.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup (finely chopped) Yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup (for frying) Vegetable oil
- 4 slices (optional, for serving) Lemon wedges
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Flake the tuna using a fork to break it apart.
Add breadcrumbs, eggs, mayonnaise, finely chopped onion, parsley, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined and the mixture holds together when pressed.
Using your hands, form the tuna mixture into small patties or balls, roughly 2-3 inches in diameter. You should be able to make approximately 8 croquettes.
Place a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add vegetable oil. Heat the oil until it shimmers but does not smoke.
Carefully place the croquettes into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, transfer the croquettes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side, or pair with your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.4 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 422 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 3257 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 553 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
