Asian Tuna Cakes Spicy Mayo
Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are a delicious fusion of flavors that will elevate your meal to new heights. These crispy, golden patties are made with high-quality chunk light tuna and paired with a creamy, zesty spicy mayo that offers the perfect kick. Ideal for appetizers or a satisfying main dish, these cakes are quick to prepare and will leave a lasting impression on family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 cakes 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 can (5 oz) chunk light tuna, drained
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp ginger powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sriracha (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and chop the green onions.
- In a large bowl, mix together the tuna, panko breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, egg, soy sauce, ginger powder, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties about an inch thick and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for approximately three minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- For the spicy mayo, combine mayonnaise with sriracha and lemon juice in a small bowl; adjust spice level as desired.
- Serve the tuna cakes warm drizzled with spicy mayo or on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, chill the patties for 30 minutes before cooking. - Customize by adding diced bell peppers or carrots for added texture.