Tuna or Salmon Burgers Recipe

Name: Tuna or Salmon Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound center-cut tuna fillet, dark meat and connective tissue trimmed away, or salmon fillet preferably wild, skin and small bones removed; 1/4 cup finely minced shallot or green onion; 2 tablespoons capers, drained, rinsed and coarsely chopped; 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce; Salt; freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; Olive oil for the griddle or pan; Lime wedges for garnish; Whole grain hamburger buns; condiments of your choice

Servings: persons

1 pound center-cut tuna fillet, dark meat and connective tissue trimmed away, or salmon fillet preferably wild, skin and small bones removed
1/4 cup finely minced shallot or green onion
2 tablespoons capers, drained, rinsed and coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Olive oil for the griddle or pan
Lime wedges for garnish
Whole grain hamburger buns
condiments of your choice

1
Mince the fish using a sharp knife.
2
Do not use a food processor.
3
Add the remaining ingredients (except the olive oil and lime wedges) and blend together with a spatula or spoon.
4
Shape into 1/2-inch thick patties and refrigerate, if possible, for 1 hour.
5
Heat a heavy nonstick skillet or a griddle over medium-high heat.
6
Brush with olive oil and turn the heat to medium.
7
Sear the patties for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, depending on how cooked you want the interior to be.
8
Serve on buns, if desired, with the condiments of your choice.

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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: 1 pound center-cut tuna fillet, dark meat and connective tissue trimmed away, or salmon fillet preferably wild, skin and small bones removed, 1/4 cup finely minced shallot or green onion, 2 tablespoons capers, drained, rinsed and coarsely chopped, 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Tuna or Salmon 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.

Tuna or Salmon Burgers

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