Description
Savor the comforting flavors of crispy tuna melt patties that are easy to make and utterly satisfying! These golden-brown delights feature a creamy tuna filling, melty cheese, and a crunchy exterior, perfect as an appetizer or a main dish. Ideal for any occasion, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12 oz) can high-quality tuna (drained)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- In a large bowl, mix drained tuna, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, green onions, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties approximately ½ inch thick.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil.
- Cook the patties in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from heat and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or on buns as sliders.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (85g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg