Description
Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are a delightful fusion dish that brings together the flavors of tender tuna, fresh green onions, and a zesty spicy mayo. These crispy cakes are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, an impressive appetizer for gatherings, or even as sliders in buns. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, they are not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to cater to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free options. Whether enjoyed on their own or with dipping sauces, these savory tuna cakes will satisfy your taste buds and impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (142 g) cans flaked white tuna, drained
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 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 and sesame oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, chopped green onion whites, egg, soy sauce, arrowroot powder, mayonnaise, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 2 inches in diameter and coat with gluten-free crumbs or panko.
- Heat a nonstick frying pan over medium heat with avocado and sesame oil. Fry the patties for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- For the spicy mayo, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, sriracha sauce, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 144
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg