Indulge in the culinary delight of tuna patties paired with a luscious marinara sauce, a classic combination that offers both taste and convenience. Savor the crispy golden-brown patties crafted from a blend of tuna, breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices, complemented by the rich and flavorful marinara sauce brimming with tomatoes, garlic, and Italian herbs. These tuna patties are not only a delectable meal but also a versatile culinary creation that can be served as a main course, an appetizer, or even as sliders for a fun party snack. Whether you're seeking a quick weekday dinner or a delightful dish for a special occasion, this recipe has you covered. Additionally, discover variations of this classic recipe, including a spicy version infused with cayenne pepper and paprika, a Mediterranean twist with sun-dried tomatoes and oregano, and a tangy delight with lemon zest and capers. Explore the diverse flavors and find your perfect tuna patty and marinara sauce combination to tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
TUNA PATTIES
These tuna patties are easy and delicious!
Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks
Categories Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
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.
COMFORTING TUNA PATTIES
My grandmother and mother made these tuna patties on Fridays during Lent. I'm not the biggest fan of tuna, but it's perfect in this dish. These patties are even good cold the next day, if there are any leftovers. -Ann Marie Eberhart, Gig Harbor, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer to a small bowl; cool., Stir in tuna, 1/3 cup bread crumbs, green onion, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes., Place remaining 1/2 cup bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Drop 1/3 cup tuna mixture into crumbs. Gently coat and shape into a 1/2-in.-thick patty. Repeat. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add tuna patties in batches; cook until golden brown, 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels., Freeze option: Freeze cooled tuna patties in freezer containers, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, reheat tuna patties on a baking sheet in a preheated 325° oven until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 419mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
EASY TUNA PATTIES
These patties are great dipped in ketchup, mustard, or hot sauce. They are also great as a sandwich.
Provided by Phyllis Spencer Brixey
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Fish Cake Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat eggs and lemon juice in a bowl; stir in Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs to make a paste. Fold in tuna and onion until well-mixed. Season with black pepper. Shape tuna mixture into eight 1-inch-thick patties.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry patties until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 124.6 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 408.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
SPAGHETTI WITH SPICY TUNA MARINARA SAUCE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, puree the tomatoes in a blender or food processor; set aside. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is just golden, about 2 minutes. Increase the heat to medium high, add the wine and cook until reduced by half, about 1 minute. Add the pureed tomatoes and 3/4 teaspoon salt and simmer, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 6 more minutes. Remove from the heat and keep warm.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook as the label directs; drain. Return the skillet to medium heat, add the pasta and tuna and cook, tossing, 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat and stir in the basil.
- Per serving: Calories: 487; Total Fat:11 grams; Saturated Fat:2 grams; Protein: 22 grams; Total carbohydrates: 71 grams; Sugar: 0 grams; Fiber: 5 grams; Cholesterol: 22 milligrams; Sodium: 519 milligrams
ASIAN TUNA PATTIES
A delicious, fast, and different way to eat tuna. Everyone who has tried this has asked for the recipe.
Provided by Michelle
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix tuna, egg, bread crumbs, green onions, and garlic. Blend soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, ketchup, sesame oil, and pepper into the mixture. Form the mixture into about 6 patties approximately 1 inch thick. Lightly sprinkle each patty on all sides with cornmeal.
- Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Fry each patty about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 426.9 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
TUNA PATTIES WITH THREE DIPPING SAUCES
I was never much a fan of tuna patties, but I was tired of the same old same old tuna, and wanted the convenience they offer, I kept experimenting until I came up with these. I think they are very good, and are even better with one of the three dipping sauces I like to make with them (the mustard dill sauce is adapted from the Joy of Cooking). Made smaller into bite-sized pieces they also make great appetizers when served with the sauces. They are great cold as well, and even will tend to keep a bit of the crispness. Prepare the dipping sauce first so they can sit a bit in the fridge to let the flavors blend. If you can make the sauces the day before or early in the day, even better. Any creamy dill sauce is also good with these, or feel free to use your own favorite. They are even good plain without any sauce. As far as the crackers go, Ithe recipe calls for Ritz crackers, but I have also used Club, and even plain saltines or soda crackers in a pinch, although a bit of the richness of flavor is lost. I've also combined crackers when I've had some of each left over. Although you can make them into crumbs in a blender, I like to use my tabletop electric mini-chopper because it gives a better, coarser texture. The blender crumbs are very fine and will give excellent results as well, I think the slightly coarser crumbs are a bit better.
Provided by Charmed
Categories Tuna
Time 30m
Yield 10 patties
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- In a food chopper, processor or blender, process the crackers into crumbs and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine the flaked tuna, onion, bell pepper, cheese, mayonnaise, egg, salt, pepper, giner and dill. Add 6 tablespoons of the cracker crumbs and mix very well with a fork, making as smooth as possible. The texture should be soft, but firm enough to be able to form into patties. If needed, add a bit more of the cracker crumbs.
- Put the remainder of the cracker crumbs in a shallow dish. Scoop out a scant 1/4 cup of the tuna mixture, roll into a ball, put into the crumbs, press down to flatten the pattie to about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick, then turn and dredge the other side with the crumbs. Put on a plate and continue until all the tuna mixture is used up.
- If you can, let the tuna patties sit in the fridge for about 1/2 hour to set a bit.
- In a large skillet (I like to use my electric set at 375) add enough oil to coat the entire bottom with a thin layer. When heated, add the patties and cook until well-browned and crispy on one side, then turn to brown and crisp the other side. Add more oil if needed as you go along. Remove to a plate lined with a paper towel and top with a 2nd paper towel to help drain some of the oil, then serve with your favorite dipping sauce, or even plain. They are also good served cold.
- Mustard Dill Sauce: In a bowl, combine the mustard, lemon juice, dill, sugar, salt and pepper and whisk until smooth. Add the oil gradually while whisking until all the oil is incorporated and the sauce is thickened. Let this chill in the fridge to blend flavors.
- Honey Mustard: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth and well blended. Let chill in the fridge to blend flavors.
- Curried Mayonnaise: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth and well-blended. Let chill in the fridge to blend flavors.
TUNA PATTIES WITH DILL SAUCE
These tender golden tuna patties, draped with a creamy dill sauce, have a wonderful blend of flavors. Parsnips are the "secret ingredient". They replace part of the traditional bread crumbs...and add moisture, fiber and extra nutrition.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place parsnips in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until tender. Drain well. , Place parsnips in a food processor or blender; cover and process until smooth. In a bowl, combine 1 cup pureed parsnips, egg whites, bread crumbs, onions, parsley, lemon juice and zest, dill and pepper. Add tuna and mix well. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties (patties will be soft). , In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook patties for 5-6 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Combine the sauce ingredients in a small bowl; serve with tuna patties.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TUNA PATTIES
"My family likes anything involving stuffing mix, so these tuna burgers are a popular request," relates Sonya Sherrill. The Sioux City, Iowa cook needs only minutes to form the moist patties, brown them in a skillet and mix up the swift sauce she serves on the side.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs, a third of the soup and 1/4 cup milk. Stir in stuffing mix and tuna. Shape into eight patties. , In a large skillet, brown patties in butter for 3-4 minutes on each side or until heated through. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat remaining soup and milk. Serve with patties.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 1444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh tuna steaks for the best flavor. Frozen tuna steaks can also be used, but they should be thawed completely before cooking.
- Be sure to drain the tuna steaks well after flaking them. This will help to prevent the patties from being too wet.
- Add some breadcrumbs or crackers to the tuna mixture to help bind it together. This will also help to prevent the patties from falling apart.
- Season the tuna patties generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to taste.
- Cook the tuna patties over medium heat until they are golden brown on both sides and cooked through. Do not overcook the patties, or they will become dry and tough.
- Serve the tuna patties with your favorite dipping sauce. Marinara sauce, tartar sauce, or ranch dressing are all good options.
Conclusion:
Tuna patties are a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, and they can be served with a variety of sides. Whether you are looking for a weeknight meal or a casual lunch, tuna patties are a great option.
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