Best 9 Tuna Cakes With Mustard Mayo Recipes

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Tuna cakes are a delectable seafood dish that combines the flavors of tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, and a blend of seasonings. These patties are often served as a main course, accompanied by a side of vegetables or salad. The tuna cakes featured in this article offer a variety of options to cater to different preferences.

One recipe presents a classic tuna cake made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, onion, and panko breadcrumbs. These ingredients are combined and formed into patties, then pan-fried until golden brown. Another recipe introduces a healthier version using fresh tuna, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, and a combination of almond flour and panko breadcrumbs. These tuna cakes are baked in the oven, resulting in a crispy exterior and a moist, flavorful interior.

For those who enjoy a spicy kick, the article includes a recipe for Cajun tuna cakes. This variation incorporates Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and chopped jalapeno into the tuna mixture, creating a delightful balance of heat and flavor. Additionally, there's a recipe for Mediterranean tuna cakes that features sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese, offering a unique and flavorful twist.

Whether you prefer classic, healthy, spicy, or Mediterranean flavors, this article has a tuna cake recipe to satisfy your cravings. Each recipe provides detailed instructions, cooking times, and serving suggestions to ensure a successful culinary experience.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA PATTIES



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These tuna patties are easy and delicious!

Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 5 ounce cans chunk light tuna in water, drained
1 egg
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Few drops hot sauce (optional)
25 Ritz crackers (finely crumbled (could use saltine crackers))
1/3 cup cooking oil (I use Canola)

Steps:

  • Mix together all ingredients in a bowl with a spoon except cooking oil. Heat oil in skillet until sizzling. Pat tuna mixture into patties with your hands. Brown in hot oil on both sides.
  • Turn down and continue cooking about ten minutes until crusty brown. Makes 5 to 6 patties depending on size you make them.

EASY TUNA PATTIES



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These crispy tuna patties are paleo, gluten-free, and keto. They contain no breadcrumbs. Easy, affordable and delicious, it's the perfect weeknight dinner!

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water (well-drained and flaked with a fork)
2 tablespoons avocado oil mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (or cilantro)
4 tablespoons olive oil for frying*

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to the "keep warm" setting (150-170 degrees F).
  • In a medium bowl, use a fork to mix together the tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, eggs, kosher salt, black pepper, and parsley.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Measuring 1/4 cup of the mixture for each cake, fry the patties until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Fry 4 patties at a time, keeping the cooked tuna cakes in a warm oven while you fry the second batch.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 patties, Calories 223 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 598 mg

CRISPY TUNA CAKES WITH LEMON CHILI MAYO



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All the flavor of crab cakes at a fraction of the price. These crispy patties are made with canned tuna and a few basic seasonings you probably already have in your fridge and pantry. Prep these in advance then cook them just before serving or pull them together from scratch for a super quick dinner any night of the week. These tuna cakes are perfect served with mixed greens or your favorite veggie side or tuck them into burger buns for a warm and savory twist on an old-fashioned tuna sandwich.

Provided by Alejandra Ramos

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 8 tuna cakes (4 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Two 5- to 6-ounce cans tuna packed in oil or water, drained
2 to 3 slices sandwich bread, torn into small pieces (about 1/2 cup total) or 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon brown or Dijon mustard
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 large lemon, zested and juiced
1/4 small red onion, finely diced (about 2 tablespoons)
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
1 large garlic clove, grated
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay seasoning (can substitute Cajun seasoning)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Olive oil, for frying
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Lemon wedges, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • For the tuna cakes: Place the drained tuna in a large bowl. Add the bread or breadcrumbs, mustard, mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, onion, parsley, garlic, seafood seasoning, salt and eggs. Toss until evenly combined. Let sit 5 to 10 minutes to let the ingredients absorb the liquid.
  • Meanwhile, make the lemon chili mayo: Whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, chili powder and cayenne in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 10- to 12-inch heavy-bottomed nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  • Scoop out about 1/3 cup of the tuna mixture at a time and pat into a round patty shape in your hands, then immediately place it in the skillet. Repeat, working in batches so that you're cooking 3 to 4 tuna cakes at a time, spaced 1 to 2 inches apart. Cook until crisp on the bottom, about 2 minutes, then flip and cook until crisp on the sides and fully cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Serve the tuna cakes hot with your favorite side, a drizzle of the lemon chili mayo and lemon wedges, if desired.

TUNA CAKES WITH MUSTARD MAYO



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These patties take the cake! Canned tuna is the surprise ingredient in these veggie-packed rounds. If you'd like, add more zip to the creamy mustard-mayo sauce with prepared horseradish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
2 cans (5 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 package (12 ounces) frozen peas
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, 2 tablespoons parsley and seafood seasoning. Stir in the tuna, bread crumbs and carrot. Shape into 8 patties., In a large skillet, brown patties in 1 tablespoon butter for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown., Meanwhile, microwave peas according to package directions. Stir in the pepper and remaining butter and parsley. Combine the mayonnaise, mustard and milk. Serve with tuna cakes and peas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 910mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

EASY TUNA CAKES



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Make and share this Easy Tuna Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Princess Pea

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (6 ounce) cans albacore tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tuna, 1/3 cup bread crumbs, egg, onions, red pepper, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder and cayenne.
  • Divide mixture into eight portions; shape into 2-inch balls.
  • Roll balls in remaining bread crumbs.
  • Flatten to 1/2 inch thickness.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook tuna cakes in butter for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

TUNA CAKES



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High-quality canned and jarred tuna in olive oil lends fresh-from-the-sea flavor to these cakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cans (6 ounces each) tuna in olive oil, drained and flaked
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped, plus sprigs for garnish
1/3 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 jalapeno chile (ribs and seeds removed), finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup prepared salsa

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together tuna, egg, cilantro, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and jalapeno. Mix gently until ingredients just hold together.
  • Using a packed 1/3-cup measure of tuna mixture per patty, shape into 8 cakes.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium. Working in batches if necessary, cook cakes until golden brown and crisp on the outside, about 2 minutes per side. Serve hot, accompanied by salsa, and garnish with cilantro sprigs.

SPICY CANNED TUNA FISH CAKES



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A simple and yummy recipe to use up the canned tuna you have in your pantry along with other simple ingredients. Serve with Sriracha-mayo, and freshly cut limes.

Provided by Matthew Francis

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Fish Cake Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) can tuna, drained
½ cup chopped scallions
½ cup dry bread crumbs, or as needed
1 large egg
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Sriracha
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine tuna, scallions, bread crumbs, egg, mustard, garlic powder, Sriracha, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until the mixture sticks together. Divide into 6 equal portions and shape into patties.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry the patties until deeply browned and crispy, about 3 minutes on each side. Transfer to a small baking tray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the center of the fish cakes are firm, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 95.6 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 466.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

PANKO TUNA CAKES W/ SOY AND MUSTARD



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I saw other recipes but this is how I make my tuna cakes, very flavorful! These can also be substituted with salmon, ahi ahi, mako etc whatever fish you want but I prefer tuna or salmon ^^

Provided by Vylet Chef

Categories     Tuna

Time 10m

Yield 6 Cakes, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or breadcrumbs if you prefer)
6 1/2 ounces tuna in water (drained)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper (or black but I prefer white)
1 pinch salt (to taste)
1 tablespoon onion, minced
1 tablespoon parsley
1/4 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • Beat the egg first, them mix together all the ingredients except the butter. Mix together very well.
  • Take and make 6 small patties and compress them really well, make sure they are crumbly or they will fall apart. If the mix is too dry add a splash of milk at a time till its wetter. This recipe was not too dry for me.
  • Melt butter in a skillet on medium heat and cook the cakes till browned.
  • Enjoy!

SPICY TUNA FISH CAKES



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Who needs crab and a deep fryer to enjoy these tasty delights? Tuna works great and a light pan searing does the job of cooking up this tasty treat without all the fat! Serve with hot sauce or mayonnaise.

Provided by Raquel Teixeira

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large potato, peeled and cubed
4 (3 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 egg
¼ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs, or as needed
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the potato into a small pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two, then mash the potato with a potato masher or fork in a large bowl.
  • Mix the tuna, egg, onion, Dijon mustard, bread crumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper into the mashed potato until well-blended. Divide the tuna mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into patties.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pan fry the tuna patties until browned and crisp, about 3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 209.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right tuna. Canned tuna is a great option for tuna cakes, but be sure to choose a high-quality brand that uses sustainably caught tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil, and avoid tuna that is packed in vegetable oil.
  • Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients you use, the better your tuna cakes will taste. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your tuna cakes a delicious flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the tuna mixture. Overmixing will make the tuna cakes tough. Gently mix the ingredients together until they are just combined.
  • Form the tuna cakes into patties. Use a spoon or your hands to form the tuna mixture into patties that are about 1/2-inch thick. Be careful not to pack the tuna mixture too tightly, or the tuna cakes will be dense and dry.
  • Cook the tuna cakes over medium heat. Cooking the tuna cakes over medium heat will help them to cook evenly without burning. Cook the tuna cakes for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the tuna cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Tuna cakes are delicious served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce, remoulade sauce, or honey mustard sauce.

Conclusion:

Tuna cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect tuna cakes every time.

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