Asian Tuna Burgers Recipe

Name: Asian Tuna Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons canola mayonnaise; 1/4 teaspoon grated lime rind; 1 1/2 teaspoon fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon sugar, divided; 4 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar, divided; 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced English cucumber; 3/4 cup vertically sliced red onion; 1 1/2 pounds tuna steaks, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/2 cup minced green onions; 1 1/2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 6 (1.6-ounce) sandwich buns; 1/2 cup small cilantro sprigs

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons canola mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon grated lime rind
1 1/2 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar, divided
4 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar, divided
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced English cucumber
3/4 cup vertically sliced red onion
1 1/2 pounds tuna steaks, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup minced green onions
1 1/2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 (1.6-ounce) sandwich buns
1/2 cup small cilantro sprigs

1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2
Combine first 3 ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and chill.
3
Dissolve 1/4 teaspoon sugar in 3 tablespoons vinegar in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add cucumber and red onion; toss to coat. Cover and chill.
4
Place tuna in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Combine chopped tuna, green onions, next 3 ingredients (through salt), 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar, and 3/4 teaspoon sugar in a bowl. Divide mixture into 6 equal portions with moist hands, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Press thumb in center of patty, leaving a nickel-sized indentation.
5
Place patties on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 4 minutes. Turn patties over; grill 4 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Remove from grill; cover and let stand 5 minutes.
6
Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise mixture evenly on cut sides of each bun. Top bottom halves of buns with patties. Spoon cucumber mixture evenly on top of patties, using a slotted spoon. Arrange cilantro evenly over cucumber mixture. Cover with bun tops. Serve immediately.

680

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons canola mayonnaise, 1/4 teaspoon grated lime rind, 1 1/2 teaspoon fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon sugar, divided, and more.

Yes, Asian Tuna Burgers falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asian Tuna Burgers

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