Spicy Tuna Cakes
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistibly crispy Spicy Tuna Cakes, a flavorful twist on classic seafood patties. Made with pantry staples like canned tuna, Panko breadcrumbs, and a zesty blend of Sriracha, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs, these golden-brown patties are packed with bold, spicy flavor. The easy 25-minute process—from mixing to frying—makes them perfect for busy weeknights, while the addition of green onions, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice ensures a vibrant, mouthwatering finish. Serve these tuna cakes warm with a creamy lemon-garlic aioli or an extra drizzle of Sriracha for a heat-forward kick. Ideal as an appetizer, main course, or even in sandwiches, these versatile Spicy Tuna Cakes are guaranteed to be a hit at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans Canned tuna
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 Egg
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.
Add the panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, Dijon mustard, egg, green onions, parsley, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. The mixture should be moist but firm enough to hold its shape when formed into patties.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 2 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook the patties in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each patty for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp.
Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the Spicy Tuna Cakes warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as a lemon-garlic aioli or extra Sriracha for more heat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
878 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.7 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 261 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 2042 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 344 mg | 7% | |
*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.
