Best 6 Bbq Tuna Fritters Recipes

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For seafood enthusiasts seeking a tantalizing culinary adventure, look no further than our guide to crafting succulent BBQ tuna fritters. These golden-brown morsels, infused with the irresistible flavors of tuna, tantalize taste buds with their crispy exterior and tender, flaky interior. Packed with protein and bursting with a harmonious blend of savory and smoky notes, tuna fritters make for an exceptional appetizer or main course, perfect for any occasion. Let's embark on a culinary journey to uncover the secrets of preparing this delectable dish, ensuring you impress your friends and family with your culinary expertise.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BBQ TUNA FRITTERS



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A fun way to make canned tuna taste less like canned tuna. These thin tuna patties are tasty enough to be eaten plain or in a pita pocket with lettuce and tomato.

Provided by emily

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (5 ounce) can light tuna in water, drained
1 egg
⅔ cup quick-cooking oats
3 tablespoons barbeque sauce
3 tablespoons chopped green onion
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried savory
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the tuna, egg and oats until blended. Mix in the barbeque sauce, green onion, hot pepper sauce, savory, and salt.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Spoon tablespoonfuls of the tuna mixture into the pan, and flatten slightly. Smaller patties hold together better. Cook until browned on each side, about 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 111.9 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 440.2 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

GRILLED TUNA BURGERS WITH SPICY MAYO



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     condiment

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 pound sushi-grade tuna, finely diced
1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
2 scallions, finely sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for cooking
4 seeded hamburger buns, split
Spicy Sriracha Mayo, recipe follows
4 medium butter lettuce leaves
1 beefsteak or heirloom tomato, sliced
Dry Riesling, for serving
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons Sriracha
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
4 grilled scallions, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, red pepper flakes and egg to a large mixing bowl. Mix well, then fold in the tuna, red bell pepper and scallions. Mix well to coat everything evenly. Sprinkle with salt and fold in the panko breadcrumbs to lightly bind everything. Carefully form the mixture into 4 even-size patties and set on a platter. Refrigerate so the patties firm up and hold their shape when cooked, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Coat the pan with a little vegetable oil and cook the tuna patties 3 minutes per side (when done, the patties will be browned on the outside and medium-rare in the center).
  • Grill the hamburger buns over high heat until well charred and crispy.
  • Serve the tuna burgers slathered with the Spicy Sriracha Mayo, lettuce leaves and tomato slices on the toasted, seeded hamburger buns, paired with the dry Riesling.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Sriracha, sesame oil, lemon juice, honey and scallions in a large mixing bowl. Stir well to combine, season with salt and pepper and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

Four 1-inch-thick fresh tuna steaks (about 4 pounds)
Olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To grill the tuna, get a charcoal or stove-top cast-iron grill very hot. Brush the fish with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill each side for only 2 to 2 1/2 minutes. The center should be raw, like sushi, or the tuna will be tough and dry. Allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes and serve.

TUNA FRITTERS



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My DH wanted these and I looked here and couldn't find one for tuna!! This came out perfect. I think you can add just about anything to make it a dinner or a little sugar and berries for a desert!!

Provided by Meeka777

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup flour
1 can tuna, drained and flaked
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
onion flakes, dried
2 eggs
oil (for frying)
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Sift flour, baking powder and salt into a mixing bowl.
  • Beat the eggs well.
  • Beat in milk.
  • Combine liquid ingredients with dry ingredients.
  • Stir until all flour is moistened.
  • Stir in the tuna.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls into hot oil, 375 degrees.
  • Fry until golden on all sides.
  • Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.7, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 215.8, Sodium 849.1, Carbohydrate 50, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.6, Protein 13.8

BBQ TUNA FRITTERS



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A fun way to make canned tuna taste less like canned tuna. These thin tuna patties are tasty enough to be eaten plain or in a pita pocket with lettuce and tomato.

Provided by emily

Categories     Tuna Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (5 ounce) can light tuna in water, drained
1 egg
⅔ cup quick-cooking oats
3 tablespoons barbeque sauce
3 tablespoons chopped green onion
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried savory
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the tuna, egg and oats until blended. Mix in the barbeque sauce, green onion, hot pepper sauce, savory, and salt.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Spoon tablespoonfuls of the tuna mixture into the pan, and flatten slightly. Smaller patties hold together better. Cook until browned on each side, about 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 111.9 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 440.2 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

BBQ TUNA (TASTES LIKE PORK--REALLY)



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The mind boggled when I saw this recipe in a CHURCH cookbook... I thought "revolting" so why was I compelled to try it and why am I posting it here? For privacy reasons I will generalize to keep the church & location confidential but think in terms of the area in which you live. Imagine the oldest church in YOUR area having this recipe in its cookbook which was prepared under the guidance of 15 women in the church: all with prominent names in social and political circles spanning generations. WOULD these women include a terrible recipe? Would any of them LIE to you about its being worthy of making? HMMMMM... suffice it for me to say I'm not sure I'd declare it really tastes like pork! However, I will say that IF anyone served this BBQ does NOT know it has tuna in it, I suspect most will not guess tuna as the first guess. In fact, this IS fairly tasty IF you can get past the fact that TUNA is the basic ingredient! Are you brave enough to try? It is low cal, low fat, high protein, and diabetic friendly! (The book was old enough that I did have to tweak the ingredients because tuna is no longer in 6+ ounce cans.)

Provided by grantg

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (5 ounce) cans chunk tuna, in-water & well-drained (original recipe did not call for draining liquid)
4 (1 g) packages sugar substitute (brand of choice)
3 tablespoons wine vinegar (I used Red WV)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (I used L&P)
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard (French's)
3 tablespoons dried onion flakes
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke (hickory... optional, my addition)
1/2 cup water (my addition to replace liquid drained off tuna)

Steps:

  • Open tuna cans, cutting fully around, and expel as much liquid as possible while pressing down upon lid very hard! (Necessary IF you want to improve odds that tuna will not be suspected.).
  • Combine ALL ingredients in a small saucepan and stir well to blend completely.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat while stirring; then immedialely reduce to a low simmer for a few minutes. Keep stirring to prevent scorching!
  • Remove from heat and allow to rest a few minutes to assure onions rehydrate before serving.
  • Makes enough moist, not wet, BBQ for 3-4 sandwiches; serve on buns as any other BBQ.
  • I recommend using additional Carolina Style Mustard BBQ Sauce to moisten the Tuna BBQ to a preferred consistency more moist than this basic recipe. I'm partial to my own Caroline Style Mustard BBQ Sauce(Recipe #446238) -- a take off of Mike Mills' Mustard BBQ Sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.3, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 42.6, Sodium 994.5, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 7.2, Protein 38

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh Tuna: Opt for sushi-grade or high-quality tuna steaks for the best flavor and texture.
  • Properly Drain Tuna: Ensure the tuna is well-drained before flaking to prevent excess moisture in the fritters.
  • Use Panko Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs provide a crispy texture and help bind the fritters together.
  • Seasoning is Key: Don't skimp on seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. They enhance the flavor of the fritters.
  • Control the Frying Temperature: Maintain the oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
  • Drain on Paper Towels: After frying, place the fritters on paper towels to absorb excess oil for a crispy texture.

Conclusion:

BBQ Tuna Fritters are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer or snack that combines the flavors of tuna, BBQ sauce, and crispy panko breadcrumbs. By following the tips and recipe variations, you can create delicious tuna fritters that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you prefer a classic BBQ flavor or a spicy kick, these fritters are sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, heat up your oil, and get ready to enjoy these crispy and flavorful tuna fritters!

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