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Bold Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo

Bold Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo for Quick Yum!

Bold Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are crispy and tender patties bursting with Korean flavors, perfect for a quick meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna well-drained
  • 1 cup Fresh Vegetables (Onion, Carrot, Green Onion) finely chopped and grated
  • 2 Eggs fresh
  • 1/2 cup Flour or breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Oil neutral oil for frying
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Gochujang adjust for spiciness
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh-squeezed
  • 1 tsp Sugar optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine well-drained canned tuna, finely chopped onion, grated carrot, and sliced green onion. Add salt, pepper, eggs, and flour to the mix. Stir gently until everything is evenly incorporated, avoiding overmixing to keep the texture tender.
  2. With clean hands, divide the tuna mixture into equal portions and shape each into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat a few tablespoons of neutral oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the formed patties in the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and crisp.
  4. While the tuna cakes cook, prepare the spicy mayo. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of sugar until smooth.
  5. Once the patties are fully cooked, remove them from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve warm with spicy mayo.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the patties are packed firmly but not overly pressed to maintain shape during cooking. Drain tuna thoroughly for the best texture.

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