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Cilantro Jalapeno Tuna Cakes

Crispy Cilantro Jalapeno Tuna Cakes for Quick Flavor Fix

Delight in these Cilantro Jalapeno Tuna Cakes, a quick and tasty dish packed with flavor and healthy ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna well-drained
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • ¼ cup Cilantro minced
  • ¼ cup Onion diced
  • cup Greek Yogurt or mayo
  • cup Almond Flour or breadcrumbs
  • 1 medium Jalapeño finely chopped
  • ½ large Lemon or Lime Juice squeezed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Garlic Powder adjust if desired
  • optional Cumin adjust if desired
For Frying
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • spatula
  • plate
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna, beaten egg, minced cilantro, diced onion, Greek yogurt, almond flour, jalapeño, lemon or lime juice, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  2. Shape the mixture into 6 to 8 patties, each about 1-inch thick. Place them on a plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Test if oil is ready by flicking a drop of water into the pan—it should sizzle.
  4. Carefully place the patties in the skillet and fry for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Flip the patties and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and serve immediately, optionally with sriracha aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Drain the tuna thoroughly for best texture. Chill the patties before frying to maintain their shape and ensure proper cooking.

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