Easy Tuna Patties

1Ingredients

• 300 gramsCanned tuna in water, drained
• 1 unitLarge egg
• 2 tablespoonsMayonnaise
• 0.5 cupPlain breadcrumbs
• 0.3 cupSmall onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoonsFresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoonLemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoonSalt
• 0.3 teaspoonBlack pepper
• 2 tablespoonsVegetable oil for frying

2Instructions

1. 1

   Thoroughly drain the canned tuna using a fine-mesh sieve or by pressing it with a spoon against the can lid to remove excess water. This step is crucial for firm patties.

   ⏱ 2 min
2. 2

   In a medium mixing bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork. Add the egg, mayonnaise, plain breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

   ⏱ 3 min
3. 3

   Mix all ingredients together until well combined. The mixture should be moist enough to hold its shape but not overly wet. If it's too sticky, add a touch more breadcrumbs; if too dry, a tiny bit more mayo.

   ⏱ 3 min
4. 4

   Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and gently shape each portion into a patty, approximately 1-inch thick. If desired, you can lightly coat each patty in additional breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.

   ⏱ 5 min
5. 5

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the tuna patties into the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan (cook in batches if necessary).

   ⏱ 1 min
6. 6

   Cook the patties for 3-5 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and heated through. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning. The internal temperature should be warm.

   ⏱ 8 min
7. 7

   Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon.

   ⏱ 2 min