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Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo

Savory Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo in 25 Minutes

Delight in these Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo, a quick gluten-free recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Cakes
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna High-quality, sustainably sourced
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Chopped, whites only
  • 1 large Egg Whisked, or use a flax egg for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Arrowroot Powder Can substitute cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust according to preference
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil For frying
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil For frying
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Can substitute lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce Adjust for spice tolerance

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Nonstick skillet
  • whisk
  • Fork

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine drained canned tuna, chopped green onions, whisked egg, soy sauce, arrowroot powder, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
  2. Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape each into patties, about 2 inches in diameter. Place the patties on a plate lined with parchment paper.
  3. Heat avocado and sesame oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. While the cakes cook, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, Sriracha, and salt in a small bowl to make the spicy mayo.
  5. Once cooked, remove cakes from skillet and serve with spicy mayo drizzled on top or on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cakes are gluten-free and can be adapted for various dietary preferences. Perfect for leftovers.

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