Tuna patties (Portuguese pataniscas) Recipe

Name: Tuna patties (Portuguese pataniscas) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cans of tuna fish; 1 chopped onion; 100 g wheat floura; 1 tbsp of olive oila; 3 eggsa; 0,5dl watera; chopped parsleya; 1 tsp of powder garlic; 1 pinch salt; vegetable oil to fry

Servings: persons

1
Strain the tuna fish from all oil and make it into small pieces (use a fork to do it).
2
Use a large bowl to mix the flour, olive oil, salt and the eggs.
3
Mix every thing until all the ingredients are mixed together.
4
Pour the water into the mixture very slowly, mixing every thing until you get soft dough.
5
Now mix into it the tuna fish, the parsley, the onion, and the garlic.
6
Pour oil in a frying pan and make it hot.
7
For each patty, pour in the frying pan 2 tbsp of the mixture and fry both sides.
8
Place on a paper towel.

475

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cans of tuna fish, 1 chopped onion, 100 g wheat floura, 1 tbsp of olive oila, and more.

Yes, Tuna patties (Portuguese pataniscas) Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!