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Crispy tuna cakes garnished with herbs on a white plate, served with a small bowl of white dipping sauce in the background.

Tuna Cakes with Lemon Aioli

5 from 2 votes
Tuna Cakes with Garlic Lemon Aioli are one of my top delicious recipes. This recipe is simple to make and will be ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time : 10 minutes
Cook Time : 10 minutes
Total Time : 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Calories: 139kcal
Author: Christina Hitchcock

Equipment

Ingredients
 

Tuna Cakes

  • 12 ounces Bumble Bee tuna packed in water, 1 can, drained
  • 1 Egg, beaten
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt, plain
  • ¼ cup Shallot, minced
  • ¼ cup Red bell pepper, minced
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt , to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Garlic Lemon Aioli

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt, plain
  • 1 tablespoon Light mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt , to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

Garlic Lemon Aioli

  • In a small bowl whisk together all of the ingredients for the aioli.
  • Cover and refrigerate until you're ready to serve.

Tuna Cakes

  • In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, egg, yogurt, shallot, pepper, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Mix together with a fork until combined. Be careful not to over mix and break up the tuna too much.
  • Form the tuna mixture into 4 cakes.
  • Place the Panko on a plate and press each cake into the bread crumbs, coating both sides.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Place the tuna cakes in the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  • Remove from pan and serve immediately with the garlic lemon aioli sauce.

Christina's Notes

    • Drain the Tuna: Draining the skipjack tuna is crucial to prevent watery tuna cakes.
    • Quality Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs add a nice crunch.
    • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: This will lower the temperature of the oil and can result in soggy patties.
    • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to add herbs, spices, and seasonings to your tuna cakes.
    • Use a Thermometer: To ensure the tuna cakes are cooked through, use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 165°F (74°C).

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