Asian Tuna Cakes Spicy Mayo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Tuna Cakes
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2 cans (142g each) flaked white tuna, drained well
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2 green onions, finely chopped (whites and greens separated)
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
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1/2 cup gluten-free crumbs or panko crumbs
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Avocado oil for frying
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A splash of sesame oil for extra flavor
→ For the Spicy Mayo
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1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise
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Fresh juice from half a lime
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1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
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Pinch of salt and pepper
→ For Garnish
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Reserved green parts of green onions
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Sesame seeds
# Instructions:
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Chop your green onions, separating the white parts from the green tops (save those greens for garnish later). Pour your crumbs into a small bowl and have it ready for coating.
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In a small bowl, stir together the mayo, fresh lime juice, sriracha, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth. Set this aside - it gets even better as the flavors meld together!
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In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, white parts of green onions, egg, soy sauce, arrowroot powder, mayo, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix everything thoroughly with a fork until you've got a well-combined mixture that holds together.
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With slightly damp hands, form the tuna mixture into small patties about 2 inches across. Gently press each cake into the crumbs, turning to coat both sides evenly. The coating helps create that perfect crispy exterior!
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Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a good drizzle of avocado oil plus a little sesame oil for that Asian flavor kick. Cook the tuna cakes for about 2 minutes per side until they're golden brown and crispy on the outside.
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Transfer your beautiful crispy tuna cakes to a serving plate. Drizzle with that spicy mayo you made earlier, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and the reserved green onion tops for color and freshness.
# Notes:
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These tuna cakes are the perfect way to transform canned tuna into something special - crispy on the outside, tender inside, with amazing Asian-inspired flavors.
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For extra crunch, you can use gluten-free panko or regular panko crumbs depending on your dietary needs.
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Looking for a lighter meal? Serve these tuna cakes with mixed greens or wrapped in lettuce leaves instead of bread.