Description
Delicate golden tuna patties showcase Mediterranean flavors with crisp edges and tender centers. Served alongside fresh herbs and lemon wedges, this simple seafood dish offers a quick, protein-packed meal that will satisfy hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (5 oz/142 g) skipjack tuna in water
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 4 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil, for frying
- 2 tbsps Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsps mayonnaise
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped (or cilantro)
- 2 tsps fresh garlic, minced
- ½ tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt (or ¼ tsp of any other salt)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Meticulously drain canned tuna and delicately break into fine flakes within a spacious mixing bowl, creating a uniform texture.
- Seasoning: Blend tuna with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, whisked eggs, herbs, salt, and pepper, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated into a cohesive mixture.
- Cooking Surface: Heat olive oil in a broad nonstick skillet over medium heat, establishing an ideal environment for crafting crisp tuna patties.
- Forming Patties: Construct uniform tuna mixture into precise circular shapes, gently pressing each portion with a fork to create flattened discs that will develop a golden, crispy exterior.
- Sautéing: Carefully place patties in heated skillet, allowing them to caramelize and develop a rich bronze color, cooking approximately 3-4 minutes per side until edges turn crisp and golden.
- Serving: Transfer freshly cooked tuna patties to a warm serving platter, ensuring optimal temperature and maintaining their delectable crispness for an impressive culinary presentation.
Notes
- Drain Tuna Carefully: Eliminate excess moisture completely to prevent soggy patties and ensure a crisp, delightful texture.
- Mix Ingredients Thoroughly: Whisk all components until perfectly blended, creating a cohesive mixture that holds together seamlessly during cooking.
- Control Cooking Temperature: Use medium heat to achieve a golden-brown crust without burning, allowing even caramelization and maximum flavor development.
- Keep Patties Warm: Use a low-temperature oven to maintain heat and crispness while preparing multiple batches, preserving the ideal serving quality.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg