Tuna Patties Burgers Japanese Style
Discover the irresistible fusion of bold Japanese flavors with these Tuna Patties Burgers Japanese Style—a quick, flavorful twist on classic seafood burgers. Made with canned tuna, panko breadcrumbs, and seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced ginger, these patties are perfectly crispy on the outside yet moist and savory inside. Topped with a zesty homemade wasabi mayo, fresh cucumber slices, and crisp lettuce, all nestled in a lightly toasted bun, this recipe is a delicious umami-packed meal. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes to cook, these burgers are perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners. Serve them alongside miso soup or edamame for an authentic Japanese-inspired meal that will leave everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (finely chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon wasabi paste
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cup sliced cucumber
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, panko breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Divide the tuna mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tuna patties to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through. Remove the patties from the skillet and set them aside on a plate lined with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and wasabi paste until smooth. Adjust the amount of wasabi to taste if you prefer more spice.
Lightly toast the burger buns in the same skillet or a toaster for added texture.
To assemble the burgers, spread a generous layer of wasabi mayo on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a lettuce leaf on top, followed by a tuna patty and a few slices of cucumber. Finish by placing the top half of the bun on the burger.
Serve immediately with your favorite side dish, such as edamame, miso soup, or sweet potato fries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.8 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 337 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 3375 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.7 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 473 mg | 10% | |
*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.
