Best 5 Comforting Tuna Patties Recipes

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Comfort food is a dish that evokes a feeling of nostalgia, contentment, and security. Tuna patties are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, and they are a great way to use up leftover tuna. They are also a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, or a simple salad. If you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, tuna patties are a great option.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA PATTY



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Joann Brasington of Sumter, South Carolina reports that this tasty change-of-pace sandwich is as quick to prepare as your favorite hamburger. "My husband likes his topped with melted Swiss cheese and Dijon mustard. Salmon can be substituted for a more 'elegant' burger," she adds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
1 egg
1/2 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
Dash Worcestershire sauce
4 hamburger buns, split
Tomato slices and lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tuna, egg, bread crumbs, onion, celery, red pepper, mayonnaise, chili sauce and seasonings; mix well. Shape into four patties (mixture will be soft). , Coat a nonstick skillet with cooking spray; fry patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Serve on buns with tomato and lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 962mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

EASY TUNA PATTIES



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These patties are great dipped in ketchup, mustard, or hot sauce. They are also great as a sandwich.

Provided by Phyllis Spencer Brixey

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Fish Cake Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs
2 teaspoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
10 tablespoons Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
3 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
3 tablespoons diced onion
1 pinch ground black pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Beat eggs and lemon juice in a bowl; stir in Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs to make a paste. Fold in tuna and onion until well-mixed. Season with black pepper. Shape tuna mixture into eight 1-inch-thick patties.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry patties until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 124.6 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 408.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

COMFORTING TUNA PATTIES



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My grandmother and mother made these tuna patties on Fridays during Lent. I'm not the biggest fan of tuna, but it's perfect in this dish. These patties are even good cold the next day, if there are any leftovers. -Ann Marie Eberhart, Gig Harbor, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup evaporated milk
1 pouch (6.4 ounces) light tuna in water
1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer to a small bowl; cool., Stir in tuna, 1/3 cup bread crumbs, green onion, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes., Place remaining 1/2 cup bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Drop 1/3 cup tuna mixture into crumbs. Gently coat and shape into a 1/2-in.-thick patty. Repeat. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add tuna patties in batches; cook until golden brown, 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels., Freeze option: Freeze cooled tuna patties in freezer containers, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, reheat tuna patties on a baking sheet in a preheated 325° oven until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 419mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

TASTY TUNA PATTIES



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If you're ever pressed for time, start with a couple cans of tuna and you'll have a delicious patty in no time that you can serve a number of different ways. Add them to buns with your favorite toppings for sandwiches, serve them alongside a fresh salad, or make smaller versions of them and serve them as appetizers with tartar sauce on the side. There are a lot of great flavor elements in these easy and versatile patties, but the quantities are small so the flavor still comes out pretty mild. If you're looking for a stronger flavor, increase quantities as you like!

Provided by Rebekah Rose Hills

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
2 large eggs
¾ cup dry bread crumbs
1 ½ tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ tablespoons finely diced celery
½ teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon dried dill weed
1 tablespoon oil, divided, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine tuna, eggs, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, celery, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, mustard, pepper, and dill in a bowl; stir gently until fully and evenly combined. Shape mixture into 4 patties.
  • Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, gently lay 2 tuna patties into the skillet. Don't over crowd - only add as many patties as comfortably fit with room to flip them.
  • Cook tuna patties until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side, adjusting the heat as needed if they're cooking too quickly. Repeat with remaining patties, adding remaining oil as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 113.5 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 329.4 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

TRACEY'S TASTY TUNA PATTIES



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I got this recipe from my great grandmother and I have added to it throughout the years I have been making them. They are awesome for a meal and the family loves them. It's a definite comfort food that kids can eat with their fingers when cold - a great idea to get fish into a child's diet.

Provided by AussieGal Tracey

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (425 g) can tuna in water (drained and flaked)
2 cups mashed potatoes (more if you want to feed a large group)
2 cups cooked rice (add more if you prefer)
1 onion, diced up
2 eggs
1 garlic clove (chopped finely)
1 cup tasty cheese (your own personal favourite)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch mixed herbs (italian is just as good)
1 (425 g) can corn kernels
cooking oil, to cook patties
2 cups plain flour
2 cups breadcrumbs
1 egg (beaten)
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Take can of corn, flaked tuna, mashed potato, cooked rice, 1 egg, garlic, salt, pepper, herbs, onion and cheese and mix them together in a large bowl.
  • Heat cooking oil in a frying pan on stove top.
  • Take mixture and roll into golf ball sized balls.
  • Put plain flour into a bowl, mix beaten egg, 1/4 cup of milk, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper together, then put into a bowl, put breadcrumbs into a bowl.
  • Take balls of mixture and drop them into the bowl of plain flour, then put them into the bowl of egg mixture, then coat them in the the bowl of breadcrumbs.
  • Do about 6-7 balls at a time. Put them in the heated oil pan, pressing them down to make into patties at the same time.
  • Cook for about 10 - 12 minutes or until they are golden brown, then turn them over and cook the other side until they are golden brown.
  • Take them out and place them on paper towels to drain the excess oil off of them.
  • Repeat steps until all of the mixture is used up.
  • You can serve them hot or cold with salad or with chips or even steamed vegetables.
  • If you are not into really fried crispy patties, you could skip instructions 4-6 and just take the plain mixture and make them into balls.
  • Spray your frying pan with cooking spray and then put mixture balls into the pan.
  • Press them down to make them patties. cook until they are golden brown. (around 10-15 minutes each side)
  • I have cooked these patties both ways and they are so delicious.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1089.9, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 242.1, Sodium 1819.4, Carbohydrate 158.4, Fiber 9, Sugar 6.8, Protein 60

Tips:

  • Use high-quality canned tuna for the best flavor and texture.
  • Drain the tuna well before using to prevent the patties from becoming too wet.
  • Add some bread crumbs or crackers to the tuna mixture to help bind the patties together.
  • Season the tuna patties generously with salt and pepper, and add other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Form the tuna patties into small, flat rounds and cook them in a pan with a little oil until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the tuna patties with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Tuna patties are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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