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Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo Recipe

Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo Recipe

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These Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are a delicious twist on traditional tuna patties. Made with flaked white tuna, green onions, and a flavorful mix of seasonings, these cakes are pan-fried to golden perfection and served with a zesty homemade spicy mayo.

Ingredients

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Tuna Cakes:

  • 2 (142 g) cans flaked white tuna, drained
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped (whites and greens separated)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot powder (or regular flour)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup gluten-free crumbs or panko crumbs
  • Avocado oil, for frying
  • Sesame oil, for frying

Spicy Mayo:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • Lime juice
  • Sriracha sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tuna Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, the whites of the green onions, the egg, soy sauce, arrowroot powder, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the Cakes: Shape the mixture into patties, about 2 inches in diameter, and coat each cake in gluten-free crumbs or panko crumbs.
  3. Cook the Tuna Cakes: Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat with avocado oil and sesame oil. Fry the cakes for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Make the Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, sriracha sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Notes

  • You can customize the level of spiciness in the mayo by adjusting the amount of sriracha sauce.
  • These tuna cakes are great on their own or served in a bun as a tasty burger alternative.

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Keywords: Asian Tuna Cakes, Spicy Mayo, Tuna Patties, Gluten-Free, Asian-Inspired Recipes