Description
These Easy Crispy Tuna Patties are a quick and delicious recipe perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Made with canned wild tuna, almond flour, and shredded mozzarella, they’re flavored with fresh dill, lemon, and Dijon mustard for a delightful taste. Pan-fried to golden perfection, these patties are crispy on the outside and tender inside, served warm and ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Tuna Patty Mixture
- 10 ounces Canned Wild Tuna (2 cans, 5oz each, drained)
- 1/2 cup Almond Flour
- 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Dill Weed
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 large Egg
- Juice of 1/2 Lemon (plus zest)
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (or to taste)
For Frying
- 2-3 tablespoons Avocado Oil
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, flake the drained canned wild tuna and add almond flour, shredded mozzarella, chopped dill weed, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Add Egg and Seasoning. Crack the egg into the bowl, squeeze in the juice of half a lemon, and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Mix Thoroughly. Using clean hands, mix all the ingredients until they are evenly combined and form a consistent mixture.
- Shape Patties. Rub your hands with a little oil, pinch off about a spoonful of the mixture, and shape it into patties approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- Chill Patties. Place the formed patties on a parchment-lined tray with space between each, then refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to help them set.
- Heat Oil in Skillet. Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat, add 2-3 tablespoons of avocado oil, and heat until shimmering.
- Fry Patties. Carefully add the tuna patties to the hot oil and cook until golden brown on each side, about 6-8 minutes total.
- Serve Warm. Remove patties from the skillet, let any excess oil drain briefly, then serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure the patties are well chilled before frying.
- You can substitute almond flour with panko breadcrumbs if not following a low-carb diet.
- Use a non-stick skillet for easier frying and minimal oil absorption.
- Feel free to add a pinch of smoked paprika or garlic powder for additional flavor.
- Leftover patties can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet or oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
