Description
Crispy Asian-style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are delightful bites that blend the rich flavor of fresh tuna with a satisfying crunch. These golden-brown cakes are bursting with savory goodness, perfect for any occasion—be it casual get-togethers or weeknight dinners. Serve them with a zesty homemade spicy mayo for an unforgettable flavor experience that will keep your guests coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh sushi-grade tuna, finely chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or spicy mayo)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped tuna, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, eggs, mayonnaise, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ginger. Mix until well combined but avoid overmixing.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick. If too wet, add more breadcrumbs gradually until manageable.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry each patty for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer cooked cakes to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve with spicy mayo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For extra flavor variations, consider adding chopped bell peppers or swapping tuna for canned salmon. To make gluten-free, use crushed rice crackers instead of breadcrumbs.