Sriracha Tuna Cakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Tuna Cakes
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1-2 tbsp olive oil
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2 (5 oz.) cans of tuna, drained
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1 egg
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1/2 cup Trader Joe's rice crumbs or breadcrumbs
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1 clove garlic, minced
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2 tbsp mayo
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1 tbsp sriracha
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2 red mini sweet peppers, finely chopped (can also use 1/2 a red bell pepper)
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1 tbsp sliced green onion
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Pinch of Trader Joe's umami seasoning, optional
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Spicy Tartar
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1/4 cup mayo
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1/4 cup dill pickle relish
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2 tbsp sriracha, or to taste
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Pinch of ground ginger, optional
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Salt and pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
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First make your spicy tartar by combining all ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
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Add the drained tuna to a medium mixing bowl and use a fork to separate and break it up. Whisk in the egg.
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Add the rice crumbs, mayo, sriracha, garlic, umami seasoning (if using) and a pinch of salt and pepper. If salt is added to the canned tuna you can skip it. Add diced pepper and green onion and mix to combine.
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Take about 1/3 cup scoops and shape into balls then flatten them to make about 5 patties. This is easier to do with wet hands.
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In a large skillet over medium high heat add olive oil and evenly coat skillet. When hot, gently add the tuna cakes and let them cook about 3-4 minutes per side or until they're golden brown and heated through. Make sure to flip them carefully.
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Serve with spicy tartar sauce and enjoy!
# Notes:
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You can make these tuna cakes a couple of hours ahead and keep them on a plate or cutting board in the fridge ready to fry just before eating.
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The spicy tartar sauce can be made a couple of days ahead - just keep it covered in the fridge until needed. Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
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For an air fryer method: Spray air fryer basket. Add tuna cakes in a single layer without overcrowding (you may need to work in batches). Brush a little olive oil on each tuna cake. Air fry at 360°F for 5 min, flip then cook another 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
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These tuna cakes pair well with a sesame cucumber salad, cauliflower rice, or brussels sprouts for a complete meal.