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Tuna Patties/Croquettes Recipe

American · Main course · 25 min total

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these tuna patties are a quick and delicious way to use canned tuna. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained and flaked
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine tuna, breadcrumbs, onion, celery, egg, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
2. Shape the mixture into 8 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through.
5. Serve immediately with lemon wedges or tartar sauce.

Tips

• For gluten-free patties, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
• Refrigerate patties for 15 minutes before frying to help them hold their shape.
• Leftover patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet.

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