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Close-up of golden brown, pan-fried Quick Tuna Patties garnished with fresh parsley, served with a lemon wedge.

Quick Tuna Patties

This recipe makes quick tuna patties using canned tuna, breadcrumbs, and seasonings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 patties
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tuna
  • 1 5 oz can tuna in water, drained very well
  • 1 12 oz can tuna in water, drained very well
Binding and Flavor
  • 1/4 cup panko plus an additional 2 tbsp
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onions
  • 3 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried dill
  • 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 tsp celery seeds
  • 2 tsp pepper
  • 1 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 3 tsp lemon juice
  • 3 eggs, lightly beaten
For Coating and Cooking
  • 1/4-1/2 cups panko
  • 6 tbsp vegetable oil add more as needed

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Large skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Add all of the ingredients into a bowl and mix to combine.
  2. Use a 1/4 measuring cup to scoop the mixture. Shape into patties.
  3. Add the 1/4 cup of panko to a shallow dish and lightly coat both sides with the panko. Add more panko if needed.
  4. Add 3 tbsp of oil to a large skillet over medium high heat. Add more if needed. Add about 4-5 patties to the skillet. Use the spatula to flatten cakes about 1/8 inch thick. Cook on both sides about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, flipping carefully. Drain on paper towel. Repeat with the second batch.
  5. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

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