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Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo

Crispy Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo Delight

Discover Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo, a quick and protein-packed delight perfect for light lunches or dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Cakes
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna drained thoroughly
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium Carrot finely chopped
  • 3 stalks Green Onion finely chopped
  • 2 large Eggs or substitute with flaxseed meal
  • 1 cup Flour or use panko for crunch
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 4 tablespoons Oil for frying
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt as alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang or Sriracha for less heat
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh-squeezed

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, finely chopped onion, carrot, and green onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently mix in the eggs and flour until well incorporated. Set aside.
  2. Shape the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter. This recipe should yield around 8 tuna cakes.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with enough oil to coat the bottom. Allow the oil to heat for about 2 minutes.
  4. Fry the tuna cakes for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to gently flip them.
  5. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, gochujang, lemon juice, and sugar until smooth and well-blended.
  6. Once cooked, transfer patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with spicy mayo.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to drain the tuna well and chop veggies finely for optimal flavor and texture. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the skillet.

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