Description
Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are a delicious fusion of flavors, perfect for any meal. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these tuna cakes are infused with ginger and served with a zesty spicy mayo that adds a delightful kick. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, they promise to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12 oz) can high-quality tuna packed in water, drained
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons chili sauce (adjust for heat)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh)
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Drain and flake the canned tuna into a mixing bowl.
- Mix It Up: Combine tuna, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, ginger, eggs, soy sauce, and mayonnaise until just blended.
- Shape the Cakes: Form the mixture into patties about 2 inches wide.
- Heat Up The Pan: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil until shimmering.
- Fry Until Golden: Cook patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Create The Spicy Mayo: Mix mayonnaise with chili sauce and lemon juice; adjust heat to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg