Description
Elevate your lunch game with these Easy Spicy Tuna Cakes! Each crispy cake is packed with savory flavors and a delightful kick, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether served as an appetizer or a main dish, these tuna cakes are quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (5 oz) cans high-quality tuna, drained
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1–2 tbsp hot sauce (to taste)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools: mixing bowl, measuring cups, and frying pan.
- In a large bowl, combine drained tuna, breadcrumbs, eggs, green onions, hot sauce, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form patties using about 1/4 cup of the mixture each. Aim for uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Carefully add patties to the skillet without overcrowding. Fry for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer cooked cakes to paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg