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Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo

Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo: Quick, Flavorful Seafood Bliss

These Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are crispy, flavorful, and packed with protein, perfect for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Cakes
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna Ensure it’s well-drained
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binding agent
  • 1/2 cup Flour Helps form a crispy exterior
  • 1 medium Onion Fresh onion adds moisture
  • 1 medium Carrot Freshly grated for best flavor
  • 2 stalks Green Onion Offers a mild onion flavor
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavor
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavor
  • oil Oil Use a neutral oil for frying
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the spicy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang Infuses unique heat
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adds brightness and balances richness
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Creates a balanced flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna, chopped onion, grated carrot, sliced green onion, salt, pepper, eggs, and flour. Mix until thoroughly incorporated.
  2. Form the mixture into eight small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter. Press gently to hold together.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the tuna cakes for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, gochujang, lemon juice, and sugar until creamy and well-blended.
  5. Transfer cooked cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve warm with spicy mayo.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after frying for a crispy texture. You can adjust the spice level in the mayo to taste.

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