These Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are a delightful dish that brings together the flavors of tuna, ginger, and cilantro in a crispy patty, served with a zesty and creamy sriracha mayo.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:6 tuna cakes 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Asian-Inspired
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Tuna Cakes:
2 (5-ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
1/4cup finely chopped green onions
1/4cup finely chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 large egg
1/3cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free panko)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
Spicy Mayo:
1/4cup mayonnaise
1–2 teaspoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
Main Tuna Cakes: In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, green onions, red bell pepper, cilantro, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, and mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper, mix well, shape into patties, and fry until golden brown.
Spicy Mayo: Whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice to make the sauce.
Serve the tuna cakes warm with a drizzle or side of spicy mayo.
Notes
For a lighter version, bake the tuna cakes at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
These are great served over a salad, rice bowl, or in lettuce wraps.
Use tamari and gluten-free panko to make the recipe gluten-free.