How to Make Tuna Fish Patties
Open the can of tuna and drain off the liquid., Grind the bread to make bread crumbs., Chop the celery and onion., Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl., Mix well., Form the tuna mixture into 3 or 4 patties., Heat a small amount of cooking oil...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open the can of tuna and drain off the liquid.
Transfer the tuna to a large bowl.
Flake with a fork. -
Step 2: Grind the bread to make bread crumbs.
You can easily do this in a food processor.
Alternatively, you can use ready-made bread crumbs. , Make sure to chop them quite finely.
You can do this by hand or in a food processor. , To the tuna, add the celery, onion, egg lemon juice and salt.
Then decide which optional flavorings to include:
For herby tuna fish patties, add parsley, dill and garlic powder.
For spicy tuna fish patties, add dijon mustard, tabasco and chopped green onions or chives.
For creamy tuna fish patties (with a kick) add cream of mushroom soup and some Worcester sauce.
Tuna patties are very versatile, so you can also experiment with your own combination of herbs, spices, vegetables and other flavorings! , Use a fork to mix all of the ingredients together, until they achieve an even consistency. , Take about 1/4 of the patty mixture in your hands and roll it to form a ball, then use the palm of your hand to flatten it into a patty.
Do the same with the remaining mixture, then place the patties on a baking tray lined with wax paper.
If you have time, allow the patties to chill for an hour in the refrigerator.
This helps them to hold their shape during cooking. , Olive or sunflower oil will both work, although a little butter is great for adding flavor.
For healthier patties, use a low-fat cooking spray. , This should only take 3 to 4 minutes on each side. , Serve the tuna patties with a wedge of lemon, some tartar sauce or sprinkled with a bit of dill.
You can also serve the patties on slider buns to make tuna burgers. -
Step 3: Chop the celery and onion.
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Step 4: Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl.
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Step 5: Mix well.
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Step 6: Form the tuna mixture into 3 or 4 patties.
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Step 7: Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a nonstick skillet.
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Step 8: Fry the patties in hot oil until golden brown.
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Step 9: Serve.
Detailed Guide
Transfer the tuna to a large bowl.
Flake with a fork.
You can easily do this in a food processor.
Alternatively, you can use ready-made bread crumbs. , Make sure to chop them quite finely.
You can do this by hand or in a food processor. , To the tuna, add the celery, onion, egg lemon juice and salt.
Then decide which optional flavorings to include:
For herby tuna fish patties, add parsley, dill and garlic powder.
For spicy tuna fish patties, add dijon mustard, tabasco and chopped green onions or chives.
For creamy tuna fish patties (with a kick) add cream of mushroom soup and some Worcester sauce.
Tuna patties are very versatile, so you can also experiment with your own combination of herbs, spices, vegetables and other flavorings! , Use a fork to mix all of the ingredients together, until they achieve an even consistency. , Take about 1/4 of the patty mixture in your hands and roll it to form a ball, then use the palm of your hand to flatten it into a patty.
Do the same with the remaining mixture, then place the patties on a baking tray lined with wax paper.
If you have time, allow the patties to chill for an hour in the refrigerator.
This helps them to hold their shape during cooking. , Olive or sunflower oil will both work, although a little butter is great for adding flavor.
For healthier patties, use a low-fat cooking spray. , This should only take 3 to 4 minutes on each side. , Serve the tuna patties with a wedge of lemon, some tartar sauce or sprinkled with a bit of dill.
You can also serve the patties on slider buns to make tuna burgers.
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