Best 10 Crunchy Tuna Burger Recipes

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As a seafood enthusiast, you know tuna is a popular fish used in various cuisines. It's a versatile and healthy ingredient and can be transformed into a crunchy tuna burger, a culinary delight that combines the flavors of the sea with a crispy texture. With numerous recipes available, finding the perfect one can be a challenge. This article will guide you through the journey of discovering the best recipe for a crunchy tuna burger, ensuring a satisfying and delicious meal that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA BURGERS



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Life can't be about all beef. "Where's The Beef?" questions are fewer nowadays due to an influx of health concerns, as well as those that are watching their weight. The Longmeadow Farm is following suit and will openly and warmly embrace these new "burgers" to grace our "Saturday Lunch at the Farm" crowd. I wanted to produce a light(ish) tuna burger that made Dennis, Jerry, Uncle Dick, and my Dad feel as light as a Spring beetle floating around on a wind current after lunch. This recipe did it. Everyone was full, but not so full they wanted to clamber off to the backyard hammock, and pull their hat over their face. This gave them enough energy to have their giddy-up for all the many maelstroms that would undoubtedly follow them around for the afternoon. Go ahead, try them "Maryland" style with the use of our beloved "Old Bay Seasoning" and get ready to work hard this afternoon. Can be easily doubled for a big crowd.

Provided by Andi Longmeadow Farm

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water
3 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs (or canned)
1 tablespoon pickle relish
3 tablespoons Egg Beaters egg substitute or 1 egg
1 teaspoon pimiento (optional)
1 green onion (chopped)
1 small celery (chopped)
1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning (or I use extra Old Bay!) (optional)
1 dash Tabasco sauce (optional)
1 small green pepper, chopped (optional)
4 -5 slices cheddar cheese (thin slice, optional) (optional) or 4 -5 slices soy cheese (thin slice) (optional)
hamburger bun

Steps:

  • Open and drain canned tuna.
  • Mix together rest of ingredients except tuna, cheese and rolls.
  • When mixing ingredients, I add one ingredient at a time, and gently but throughly mix all ingredients.
  • Add tuna and gently fold together, and make firm patties.
  • Heat skillet, that is sprayed with cooking spray or use 1 teaspoon of oil on bottom of pan.
  • When heated on medium high heat, add each patty browning on each side for 5 minutes each.
  • Add a piece of cheese on top to melt slightly.
  • Open hamburger buns, and place in oven @350 degrees until toasted, (about 3/4 minutes).
  • Put on buns and serve with fresh lettuce, tomato, and mustard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.2, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 20.1, Sodium 283.8, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.7, Protein 11.4

SAVORY TUNA BURGERS



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 (6-ounce) cans light tuna in water, drained
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
3 tablespoons seasoned dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 hamburger buns or Kaiser rolls
1 beefsteak tomato, sliced
1/4 cup thinly sliced sweet pickles (such as gherkins)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, parsley, mustard, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape the mixture into four equal patties, each about 1-inch thick.
  • If you're stopping here:
  • Wrap the burgers tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the refrigerator or microwave for 3 to 4 minutes on LOW before cooking.
  • When you're ready to eat:
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Unwrap the burgers and cook until golden brown and heated through, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Serve the burgers on buns with sliced tomato and pickles.

THIRTY-MINUTE BAKED TUNA BURGERS



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This is a dish my parents used to be able to make in a half hour when we were children. I added a few additions to make it a little more exciting and fairly low in fat. Serve on hamburger buns with traditional hamburger condiments if desired.

Provided by Jonathan Johnson

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
1 egg
½ cup dry bread crumbs
¾ teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup diced tomatoes, drained
¼ cup minced onion

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Mix tuna, egg, bread crumbs, garlic salt, and black pepper and fold in diced tomatoes and onion. Form the mixture into 4 patties and place onto prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until burgers are golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 536.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

TUNA BURGERS



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My family members were so accustomed to typical beef burgers that they were hesitant to try these when I first made them. Any skepticism disappeared after just one bite. -Kim Stoller, Smithville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 pouch (6.4 ounces) light tuna in water
2 tablespoons butter
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
Optional: Lettuce leaves and sliced tomato

Steps:

  • Mix the first 6 ingredients; fold in tuna. Shape into 4 patties. , In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Cook patties until lightly browned, 4-5 minutes on each side. Serve on buns. If desired, top with lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

TASTY TUNA BURGERS



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These tuna burgers are so delicious. My husband is a very fussy eater, and he loves these. Enjoy!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Fish Cake Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 egg
½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
⅓ cup minced onion
¼ cup minced celery
¼ cup minced red bell pepper
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chili sauce
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
4 hamburger buns
1 tomato, sliced
4 leaves of lettuce

Steps:

  • Combine tuna, egg, bread crumbs, onion, celery, red bell pepper, mayonnaise, hot chili sauce, chili sauce, dill, salt, pepper, hot pepper sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well. Shape into 4 patties (mixture will be very soft and delicate). Refrigerate for 30 minutes to make the patties easier to handle, if desired.
  • Coat a non-stick skillet with cooking spray; fry tuna patties for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through. These are fragile, so be careful when turning them.
  • Serve on buns with tomato slices and lettuce leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 779 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CRUNCHY TUNA WRAPS



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Packed with protein-rich tuna and fresh, crunchy veggies, these colorful wraps have sensational flavor-and they're good for you, too. -Edie Farm, Farmington, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pouch (6.4 ounces) light tuna in water
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
2 spinach tortillas (8 inches), room temperature
1 cup shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients until blended. Spread over tortillas; sprinkle with lettuce. Roll up tightly jelly-roll style.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TUNA BURGERS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: tuna, olive oil, panko bread crumbs, dried parsley, fresh chives, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, large egg, whole wheat burger bun

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

15 oz tuna, canned, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for cooking
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons fresh chives, minced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 large egg, beaten
whole wheat burger bun, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the tuna, olive oil, panko, parsley, chives, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and egg in a large bowl until evenly mixed.
  • Divide the mixture into 4 portions and form patties with your hands.
  • Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Place the patties in the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  • Serve on whole wheat buns with your preferred toppings.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 1 gram

MINI CRUNCHY TUNA BURGERS



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Look+Cook, Rachael Ray. If you cannot find wasabi mustard, combine 1/2 cup yellow mustard, 2 T honey, and 1 t wasabi paste.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Tuna

Time 34m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb fresh tuna, roughly chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons tamari
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
1/4 cup vegetable oil (peanut, safflower, or canola oil)
8 small dinner rolls or 8 small brioche rolls
1/2 head bibb lettuce (4-5 leaves)
1/4 cup pickled ginger
1/4 seedless cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup wasabi mustard or 1/2 cup asian sweet-hot mustard
terra chips

Steps:

  • Place the tuna in a food processor and pulse.
  • Put the ground tuna in a bowl and combine with garlic, chives, black pepper, and tamari.
  • Place the panko crumbs and sesame seeds in a dish.
  • Form 8 small patties and roll in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Place a large skillet over med-high heat with the vegetable oil.
  • Add the burgers to the pan and cook for 2 minutes per side or until lightly golden brown on the outside and pink in the middle.
  • Place the burgers on the bun bottoms; top with lettuce, pickled ginger, cucumber, and onion, then slather the bun tops with mustard and set the tops in place.
  • Serve with terra chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.4, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 45.1, Sodium 1015, Carbohydrate 49, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 5.2, Protein 37.9

MINI CRUNCHY TUNA BURGERS



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Yield 8 slider-sizer burgers; serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound fresh tuna, roughly chopped
3 garlic cloves, grated or finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons tamari (aged soy sauce)
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
1/4 cup vegetable, peanut, safflower, or canola oil
8 small dinner rolls or brioche rolls
1/2 head Bibb lettuce, 4 to 5 leaves
1/4 cup pickled ginger
1/4 seedless cucumber, thinly sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup store-bought wasabi mustard or Asian sweet-hot mustard, or combine in a small bowl: 1/2 cup yellow mustard, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon wasabi paste
Terra Chips or other fancy root-vegetable chips

Steps:

  • Place the tuna in a food processor and pulse. Put the ground tuna in a bowl and combine with the garlic, chives, black pepper, and tamari. Place the panko crumbs and sesame seeds in a dish. Form 8 small tuna patties and roll in the bread-crumb mixture.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat with the vegetable oil. Add the burgers to the pan and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until lightly golden brown on the outside and pink in the middle.
  • Place the burgers on the bun bottoms. Top with lettuce, pickled ginger, cucumber, and onion, then slather the bun tops with mustard and set the tops in place. Serve with the fancy root-vegetable chips.

TUNA CRUNCH SANDWICHES



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A tuna salad and potato chip sandwich may not be quite as classic a pairing as peanut butter and jelly, but it is, anecdotally, many middle-schoolers' first forays into experimenting with flavors and textures, and no less delicious. Beyond crunch, chips also add stability to the sandwich, holding the tuna salad in place as you eat. There's no wrong way to make the sandwich, but seasoning tuna salad with red onion and celery, plenty of olive oil and little lemon juice, and using kettle-style salt and vinegar potato chips are especially alluring. There's the word "optional" next to the most optional ingredients, but consider every ingredient other than the tuna, bread and chips to be adaptable according to your own taste (or how your mom made it).

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     dinner, for two, lunch, quick, weeknight, sandwiches, main course

Time 5m

Yield 2 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (5-ounce) can solid white albacore or skipjack tuna (see Tip)
1 hard-boiled egg, peeled
1 celery rib, finely minced
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (see Tip)
2 tablespoons finely minced red onion, shallot or scallions
2 tablespoons finely minced fresh parsley, chives, tarragon or a mix (optional)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise, plus more for spreading (see Tip)
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish or chopped dill pickles (optional)
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
A few large handfuls of hearty potato chips or corn chips (see Tip)
Salt and black pepper
4 slices thick, soft sandwich bread, such as Texas toast, toasted, if desired
2 lettuce leaves, such as iceberg, romaine, green leaf or Bibb

Steps:

  • Open the can of tuna, leaving the lid in place after opening it. Invert the whole can over the sink and press the lid into the tuna firmly to squeeze out as much excess water or oil as you can. (Be careful not to cut your fingers on any sharp edges). Transfer the tuna to a medium bowl.
  • Wash your hands well, then grab the boiled egg and squeeze it through your fingers into the bowl with the tuna. Add the celery, olive oil, onion, herbs (if using), mayonnaise, relish (if using) and lemon juice. Using a fork, gently fold together all the ingredients, trying to leave the tuna in relatively large chunks. Grab a few chips and, using your hands, crumble them into the bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper, and fold again to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning to taste - more salt, pepper and lemon juice if it tastes bland, and more olive oil or mayonnaise if it tastes dry.
  • When ready for lunch, spread each slice of bread generously with mayonnaise. Place lettuce on each bottom slice of bread, then top each with half of the tuna salad mixture. Add a generous handful of potato chips on top of each (more than seems reasonable), then close the sandwiches. Press down firmly so the chips break and embed themselves into the tuna salad and the bread. Cut into triangles and serve with extra chips on the side.

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, coat the tuna patties in panko breadcrumbs before pan-frying.
  • To add extra flavor, season the tuna patties with a blend of herbs and spices, such as paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • If you don't have fresh tuna, you can use canned tuna instead. Just be sure to drain the tuna well and flake it before using.
  • Serve the tuna burgers on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and tartar sauce.
  • Tuna burgers can also be baked in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Conclusion:

Crunchy tuna burgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they can also be served as an appetizer or snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy tuna, give these crunchy tuna burgers a try!

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