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Tuna Patties

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese grated
  • 15 ounces canned tuna in water drained
  • 1/4 cup onion small diced
  • 3 tablespoons celery small diced
  • Crushed red pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Preferred sauce for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and lemon juice together. Stir in breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese until the mixture becomes pasty.
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  • Fold in the drained tuna, onion, celery, crushed red pepper, and black pepper.
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  • Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch thick patties.
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  • Add the vegetable oil to a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the patties for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches if needed.
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  • Serve with fresh chopped parsley as a garnish and any desired sauce.
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Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 27gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 577mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Tuna Patties
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