Description
Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo deliver a burst of flavor in every bite, blending savory tuna and spices into crispy delights. Quick to prepare, they’re perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual dinner or an elegant gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 oz) can high-quality tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (preferably Japanese)
- 1 tsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix drained tuna, green onions, panko breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, soy sauce, mayonnaise, chili paste, and lemon zest until fully combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties approximately 1 inch thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- For the spicy mayo, combine mayonnaise with additional chili paste in a small bowl and adjust spice levels as desired.
- Serve the cakes hot with spicy mayo drizzled on top or as a side dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg