Lightly Spiced Indian Tuna Cakes Recipe

Name: Lightly Spiced Indian Tuna Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cans tuna, drained; 1 medium potato, cubed, boiled and mashed; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 small piece ginger, finely grated; 2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1.5 teaspoons cumin powder; half lemon, juiced; 1 green chilli finely chopped; 1 bunch fresh coriander, finely chopped; 1-2 cups panko breadcrumbs; 1 egg, beaten; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 cans tuna, drained
1 medium potato, cubed, boiled and mashed
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 small piece ginger, finely grated
2 teaspoons coriander powder
1.5 teaspoons cumin powder
half lemon, juiced
1 green chilli finely chopped
1 bunch fresh coriander, finely chopped
1-2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
salt and pepper to taste

1
Heat oil in a frying pan and saute the onions until soft and golden. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
2
Add the spices and fry until you can smell the aromas. Add the drained tuna and mix it in allowing it heat up gently.
3
Put the tuna mixture in with the mashed potatoes and mix well.
4
Add the lemon juice, fresh coriander and green chillies, if using, and mix thoroughly.
5
Taste the mixture at this point, it should be tangy from the lemon and perfumed with coriander. Adjust if required along with seasoning.
6
Roll and flatten into patties, coat in beaten egg and roll in breadcrumbs.
7
Shallow Fry in oil until evenly golden brown.

413

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cans tuna, drained, 1 medium potato, cubed, boiled and mashed, 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, and more.

Yes, Lightly Spiced Indian Tuna Cakes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lightly Spiced Indian Tuna Cakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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