Best 2 Baked Tuna Balls Recipes

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Baked tuna balls are a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with simple ingredients like tuna, bread crumbs, eggs, and seasonings, these delicious morsels are a great way to use up leftover tuna. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun appetizer to serve at your next party, baked tuna balls are sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED TUNA BALLS



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These tuna balls are very tasty, they can be made into 10-12 larger balls, or 30-40 smaller cocktail size balls (served with a cocktail picks). If you are one of those people (like myself) that just have to add garlic to everything, no matter what it is, then fresh minced garlic in any amount may be added to these if desired. This recipe can easily be doubled, I usually do if I am making, them into larger balls, for a snack or a main meal.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (6 1/2 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 egg
1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumbs (enough to hold the balls together) or 1/4 cup soft breadcrumbs (enough to hold the balls together)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (Hellman's is best)
2 -3 tablespoons chopped onions or 2 -3 tablespoons green onions, if desired
2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 1 -2 teaspoon dried parsley
2 -3 tablespoons chopped almonds
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning, to taste
1/2 cup crushed corn flakes (for coating)
3 tablespoons melted butter
seasoning salt (I use seasoning salt for this) or regular white salt, to taste (I use seasoning salt for this)
black pepper, to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees.
  • Prepare a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan, or any size to fit the tuna balls.
  • In a bowl, combine the tuna, egg, breadcrumbs, mayo, onion, parsley, almonds, mustard, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper and fresh garlic, or garlic powder (if using), do NOT add the crushed Corn Flakes cereal; combine well.
  • Shape into 40 balls (for cocktail size) or larger balls, any size you desire.
  • Roll completely and evenly in the crushed Corn Flakes cereal to coat well.
  • Dip the coated balls completely in melted butter.
  • Place on a baking sheet/pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes (for the cocktail size), and 20-25 minutes (depending on how large you make the balls) for the larger size, DON'T OVERBAKE, these do not take long to to get done.

CRISPY BAKED TUNA BALLS - GOOD!



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This is a flavorful and quick and easy appetizer that my husband, friends and I enjoy. It is also good as a snack for both children and adults, although for kids you may want to tame down the spiciness a bit by using a smaller amount of mustard and/or lemon juice. The ingredients can be adjusted to your liking - I sometimes...

Provided by Martha Price

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 6.5-oz can(s) water packed tuna, drained
1/4 -1/2 c fine dry bread crumbs
2 Tbsp minced onion
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
2 Tbsp chopped almonds
3 Tbsp mayonnaise
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp mustard
1 egg
3 Tbsp butter, melted
1 c crushed potato chips or crushed corn flakes

Steps:

  • 1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. In bowl, thoroughly mix together the tuna, bread crumbs, onion, parsley, almonds, mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, and egg. Shape into 1-inch balls.
  • 3. Dip each ball in the melted butter. then roll to coat in the chips or corn flakes. Place in shallow baking pan. Bake about 10 minutes, or until light brown.

Tips:

  • Fresh tuna is the best choice for this recipe. Fresh tuna has a milder flavor and is less likely to be dry. If you're using frozen tuna, thaw it completely before using.
  • Use a food processor to make the tuna balls. This will help to ensure that the tuna balls are evenly mixed and have a smooth texture.
  • Don't overmix the tuna balls. Overmixing will make the tuna balls tough.
  • Bake the tuna balls at a high temperature. This will help to create a crispy crust on the outside of the tuna balls.
  • Serve the tuna balls with your favorite dipping sauce. Ketchup, tartar sauce, and ranch dressing are all popular choices.

Conclusion:

Baked tuna balls are a quick and easy appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that's sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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