Description
These Asian Tuna Cakes are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or main dish. Made with flaked white tuna, green onions, and seasoned with soy sauce and garlic, they are coated in gluten-free or panko crumbs and pan-fried to golden perfection. Served with a zesty and spicy mayo dipping sauce, they bring a delicious umami punch with an Asian-inspired twist.
Ingredients
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Tuna Cakes
- 2 (142 g) cans flaked white tuna, drained
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (whites and greens separated)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp arrowroot powder (or regular flour)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup gluten-free crumbs or panko crumbs
- Avocado oil, for frying
- Sesame oil, for frying
Spicy Mayo
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sriracha sauce
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Tuna Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, the whites of the green onions, the egg, soy sauce, arrowroot powder, ¼ cup mayonnaise, minced garlic, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture holds together.
- Form the Cakes: Shape the tuna mixture into patties about 2 inches in diameter. Coat each patty evenly with gluten-free crumbs or panko crumbs to create a crispy crust when fried.
- Cook the Tuna Cakes: Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and add a mixture of avocado oil and sesame oil. Fry the tuna cakes for approximately 2 minutes on each side, or until they achieve a golden brown color and are cooked through.
- Make the Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, sriracha sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Plate the tuna cakes and serve warm with the spicy mayo on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Arrowroot powder can be substituted with regular flour if preferred.
- Use gluten-free crumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the spicy mayo to control the heat level.
- The combination of avocado and sesame oil adds flavor and helps achieve a crispy crust.
- Ensure the pan is adequately heated before frying to prevent the cakes from sticking.
