These easy tuna patties are a quick and delicious way to enjoy canned tuna. Pan-fried to a perfect golden brown, they’re seasoned with simple ingredients for a flavorful meal.
Author:Anya Bennett
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:8 minutes
Total Time:18 minutes
Yield:4 patties
Category:Main Course
Method:Pan-frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped onion, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Carefully place the patties in the hot skillet.
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of paprika or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
If you don’t have breadcrumbs, you can use crushed crackers or panko.
These patties can be made ahead of time and reheated.