Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo
Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are a delightful fusion of flavor and texture that brings the essence of an Asian night market to your kitchen. These crispy, golden cakes are filled with savory tuna, fresh scallions, and a blend of spices, perfectly complemented by a creamy and spicy mayo. Ideal for casual gatherings or as a comforting solo treat, these cakes promise to impress everyone at the table and have them coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (makes about 8 cakes) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna, drained
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, panko breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small patties about one inch thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook each patty for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- For the spicy mayo, mix mayonnaise with sriracha sauce and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg