Tuna Cakes With Lime Recipe

Name: Tuna Cakes With Lime
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise (I used low-fat); 1 large egg; 2 grated limes, zest of; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 2 (6 ounce) cans albacore tuna in water, drained; 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup green onion top, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; pepper; 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 1 tablespoon canola oil

Servings: persons

1/4 cup mayonnaise (I used low-fat)
1 large egg
2 grated limes, zest of
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 (6 ounce) cans albacore tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1/4 cup green onion top, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper
2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
1 tablespoon canola oil

1
Stir mayo, egg, lime zest, lime juice, Worcestershire and Tabasco together until combined.
2
Add tuna, bread crumbs, parsley, green onion, salt and pepper and gently fold together.
3
Cover and refrigerate for an hour, until it thickens a bit.
4
Melt the butter with the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Form the mixture into 8 patties. Try not to overwork the mixture, so that the tuna stays in some small chunks.
6
Fry the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crisp.
7
They're pretty fragile, so turn them over with care.
8
Drain briefly on paper towels and serve with lime wedges and tartar sauce.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1/4 cup mayonnaise (I used low-fat), 1 large egg, 2 grated limes, zest of, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Tuna Cakes With Lime 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.

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Tuna Cakes With Lime

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