Description
Crispy Asian-style tuna cakes are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, featuring a crunchy exterior that encases tender tuna mixed with fresh green onions and aromatic spices. Paired with a zesty spicy mayo, these cakes are perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a quick weeknight meal. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality canned tuna, drained
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp ginger powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Hot sauce (optional)
- For the Spicy Mayo:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, panko breadcrumbs, and chopped green onions.
- Add egg, mayonnaise, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger powder, garlic powder, and hot sauce (if using). Mix until well combined.
- Form equal-sized patties using your hands or an ice cream scoop and place them on parchment paper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with a splash of oil. Once hot, add the patties without overcrowding.
- Fry until golden brown on each side (about 3-4 minutes).
- Meanwhile, prepare the spicy mayo by mixing mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and lime juice in a separate bowl.
- Serve the crispy cakes hot with spicy mayo drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 139
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 352mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg