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Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo

Crispy Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo Delight

Quick and satisfying Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo, deliciously crispy outside and tender inside, capturing vibrant Korean flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Cakes
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna drained
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 1 medium Carrot grated
  • 3 stalks Green Onion sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Oil for frying
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • small mixing bowl
  • paper towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, finely chopped onion, grated carrot, sliced green onion, salt, pepper, eggs, and flour. Stir the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Set aside while you heat your cooking oil.
  2. Using your hands, scoop portions of the tuna mixture and shape them into small patties, about 2–3 inches in diameter. Place the formed cakes on a plate.
  3. Heat a couple of tablespoons of neutral oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry the tuna cakes for approximately 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  4. While the patties are cooking, prepare your spicy mayo. Whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, lemon juice, and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  5. Once the cakes are cooked, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve warm, drizzled with spicy mayo or alongside as a dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your canned tuna is thoroughly drained to prevent sogginess. Optionally customize the sauce by adding garlic powder or sriracha.

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