Fresh Ahi Tuna Cakes

1. 1

   Dice tuna into 1/4 inch pieces and place into a mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Squeeze juice from a wedge of lime onto tuna.

3. 3

   Salt and pepper to taste and add Old Bay seasoning.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg, add it into the tuna mixture and combine.

5. 5

   Chop cilantro and add to taste.

6. 6

   Combine cracker crumbs with egg and tuna.

7. 7

   It will look wet but thats OK.

8. 8

   It will firm up as it sets.

9. 9

   Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.

10. 10

    Heat a saute pan over medium heat and add olive oil.

11. 11

    Divide tuna mixture into 3 equal parts, forming each into a ball and lightly smashing to make them flat.

12. 12

    Add them into the pan in an even layer.

13. 13

    Saute for 2 minutes over medium heat, turn over and heat an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

14. 14

    Serve with fresh lime and garnish with tuna sauce(recipe below)

15. 15

    For the sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and cocktail sauce and add juice from a lime wedge.

16. 16

    Serve on top of tuna cake.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.