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Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo: A Beginner’s Guide to Flavorful Frying

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Enjoy crispy Asian-inspired tuna cakes with a tangy, spicy mayo. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for beginners wanting a flavorful lunch or dinner. Imagine golden tuna cakes with a spicy kick. It’s a simple, customizable, and satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans flaked white tuna
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot powder
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup panko crumbs
  • Avocado oil and sesame oil, for frying
  • Spicy Mayo:
    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • Juice from ½ lime
    • 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare Ingredients (The Prep Protocol): Wash and finely chop the green onions, separating the white parts from the greens. Set the greens aside for garnish, ensuring they are fresh and vibrant. Add the crumbs to a small bowl and set aside, ensuring they are readily available for coating.
  • Make the Spicy Mayo (The Mayo Mastery): In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, sriracha sauce, and salt and pepper, ensuring the sauce is smooth and creamy. Set aside, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Mix the Tuna Cakes (The Tuna Transformation): In a small mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, the whites of the green onions, egg, soy sauce, arrowroot powder, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly with a fork until fully combined, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Form and Coat the Tuna Cakes (The Shaping and Coating): Form the tuna mixture into small cakes, about 2 inches in diameter, ensuring they are uniform in size and shape. Coat each cake in the panko crumbs, ensuring an even layer, providing a crispy exterior.
  • Cook the Tuna Cakes (The Cooking Creation): Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of avocado oil and sesame oil, ensuring the pan is heated evenly. Fry the tuna cakes for about 2 minutes on each side, or until golden and cooked through, achieving a delightful texture.
  • Serve (The Serving Sensation): Transfer the cooked tuna cakes to a plate, ensuring they are arranged attractively. Drizzle with spicy mayo, ensuring each cake is coated with the flavorful sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and the reserved green onion greens, adding a touch of freshness and visual appeal.

Notes

  • Drain tuna well.
  • Use medium heat for frying.
  • Adjust spicy mayo to taste.
  • Pat cakes dry before coating.

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