Bold Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo
Experience a delightful twist on classic seafood with these Bold Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo. Perfect for any occasion, whether a casual dinner or an elegant gathering, these crispy cakes boast a satisfying crunch outside and a tender, flavorful inside. Enhanced by a creamy, spicy mayo made with gochujang, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. In just 20 minutes, you can create a meal that’s not only delicious but also packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, making it ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- 2 eggs
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- For the spicy mayo: 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp gochujang
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine drained tuna, onion, carrot, green onion, salt, pepper, eggs, and flour until fully mixed.
- Shape the mixture into small patties (about 2–3 inches wide).
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the spicy mayo, mix mayonnaise, gochujang, lemon juice, and sugar in a bowl until smooth.
- Serve warm with the spicy mayo on the side or drizzled over the cakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg