How to Make Tuna Patties

Add tuna patties to your family's mealtimes for a nutritious alternative to hamburgers, while providing them with important nutrients such as omega 3 fat, fiber and protein. These tasty and nutritious patties are delicious served with a salad or side dish as well as on a bun with lettuce and slices of tomato and pickles. The seasonings in this recipe bring a tasty twist to traditional tuna salad sandwiches and will be a favorite of kids and adults for their tangy flavor.

Things You'll Need

• 2 7-oz. cans tuna
• 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
• 2 tbsp. mayonnaise or plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1 tbsp. horseradish sauce
• Mixing bowl
• Skillet
• Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

1. Combine tuna, bread crumbs, mayonnaise or yogurt, mustard, salt, pepper and horseradish in a bowl.

2. Spray a skillet with a nonstick cooking spray and preheat on medium heat.

3. Shape the tuna mixture into four patties and place in preheated skillet.

4. Fry the patties for four to five minutes until browned. Flip them over and fry for an additional four to five minutes until browned.

5. Serve the patties on plain or toasted buns or bread cut to the size of the patties. Add lettuce, tomatoes and pickles, as desired.

Tips & Warnings

• Instead of horseradish, add a dash of lemon juice to the mix.

• As an alternative to pan frying, broil the patties under an oven broiler for five minutes on each side, then cook for two minutes per side on the grill.

• Melt a slice of American, Cheddar or other cheese on top of the patties for tuna melts.

• Substitute canned salmon with dill seasoning for the tuna and horseradish for a change.

References

• Shape.com: Tuna Burgers with Horseradish: Omega 3 Benefits