When the craving for something savory and comforting hits, these tuna and potato cakes are sure to satisfy. The combination of succulent tuna, hearty potatoes, and flavorful seasonings creates a delectable treat that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Plus, with just 5 key ingredients and minimal preparation time, these cakes are a breeze to make and are an excellent way to utilize leftover mashed potatoes.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SAVORY TUNA AND POTATO CAKES #5FIX
5-Ingredient Fix Contest Entry. These cakes taste like crab cakes, but are made with tuna and shredded hashbrown potatoes! The result is a sensational new main dish!
Provided by Ronna F
Categories Potato
Time 15m
Yield 8 cakes, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix gently until combined. Shape mixture into 8 patties.
- Place on broiler pan. Broil for 10 minutes or until delicately browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.8, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 127.2, Sodium 120.9, Carbohydrate 1.9, Sugar 0.6, Protein 23
CHEESY TUNA & POTATO BAKE
Easy family tea
Provided by Edinburghlady
Time 35m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Spread wedges on oven tray and cook for 10mins at 200C fan.
- Mix onion, mayo, cheese and tuna.
- Tip wedges into 1 large or 4 small ovenproof dishes, spoon tuna mix on top and bake for 10-15 mins more until bubbling.
TUNA POTATO CAKES
A wonderful quick, easy and filling midweek supper.
Provided by jordangenevieve
Time 30m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- ***Make double sure you have a good non-stick pan before attempting this. Placing the cakes in the fridge for a few minutes before frying also helps them keep their shape. ***
- Boil the potatoes and mash them adding small splashes of milk. Mix together all the ingredients except for the breadcrumbs and All Bran Flakes. Season well with salt and pepper.
- Place the breadcrumbs and All Bran Flakes in a plastic bag and bash them to a fine dust.
- Shape the cakes with your hands (it should make about 9 cakes) and roll it in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan and fry the cakes on both sides until golden. Drain on kitchen paper.
- Serve the cakes immediately. Even better wehn accompanied by lemon juice, sea salt and tartare sauce.
EASY AMERICAN POTATO AND TUNA CASSEROLE
My casserole is amazing! As an aspiring chef, I spend a lot of time in the kitchen. I'm 18 and this is one of my creations. Your family will love this dish for its melted cheese and soft potatoes. It's a good way to get calcium in your diet as well.
Provided by AUDS
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a large pot over high heat, place the potatoes with water to cover and bring to a boil. Let boil for about 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Drain and transfer potatoes to a large bowl. Add the milk, mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese.
- Using an electric mixer, beat the potatoes until almost smooth. Then beat in the eggs, drain the tuna and stir the tuna into the potato mixture. Then stir in the green onion, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer mixture to a lightly-greased 10-inch diameter glass pie dish and top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 97.2 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 557.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
IRRESISTIBLE POTATO CAKES #5FIX
5-Ingredient Fix Contest Entry. Simply Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes has made it so easy to have these delicious fried potato cakes any time your taste buds desire a tasty treat! Simple and tasty, these are great as an appetizer or with chicken or pork.
Provided by Tresa H.
Categories Mashed Potatoes
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Fry bacon until golden.
- Mix bacon, brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes and stuffing mix together.
- Form patties.
- Heat 4 tablespoons oil in skillet over medium high heat.
- Cook potato cakes about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.7, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 5.7, Sodium 477.6, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.3, Protein 5.5
SPICY TUNA FISH CAKES
Who needs crab and a deep fryer to enjoy these tasty delights? Tuna works great and a light pan searing does the job of cooking up this tasty treat without all the fat! Serve with hot sauce or mayonnaise.
Provided by Raquel Teixeira
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the potato into a small pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two, then mash the potato with a potato masher or fork in a large bowl.
- Mix the tuna, egg, onion, Dijon mustard, bread crumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper into the mashed potato until well-blended. Divide the tuna mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pan fry the tuna patties until browned and crisp, about 3 minutes on each side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 209.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g