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Spicy Tuna Patties with Avocado Salsa

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Ingredients

  • 2 cans (5 oz) of tuna, drained
  • 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup of chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1/4 cup of diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup of diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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Spicy Tuna Patties with Avocado Salsa

Created by: Howcan Team

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (5 oz) of tuna, drained
  • 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup of chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1/4 cup of diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup of diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 cans of drained tuna, 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup of chopped red onion, 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined.
  • Form the tuna mixture into 4 patties and place them on a plate. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
  • While the patties are chilling, prepare the avocado salsa. In a medium bowl, combine 2 diced ripe avocados, 1/4 cup of diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup of diced red onion, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro, 1 diced jalapeno, and the juice of 1 lime. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the tuna patties and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.
  • Serve the spicy tuna patties with the refreshing avocado salsa on the side. Enjoy!
AppetizerMain Course
SeafoodMexican

Spicy Tuna Patties with avocado salsa have a rich history rooted in the fusion of Asian and Latin American flavors. This dish originated in coastal regions where fresh tuna is abundant, such as Hawaii and parts of Mexico. Renowned chefs like Roy Yamaguchi and Rick Bayless have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique twists. The key to perfecting this dish lies in using high-quality, fresh tuna and ripe avocados for the salsa. For a delicious alternative, some chefs incorporate a blend of spices like cumin and paprika into the tuna patties for an extra kick. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale seafood restaurants and trendy fusion eateries.

25 min

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4

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320 calories

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 cans of drained tuna, 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup of chopped red onion, 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined.
  • Form the tuna mixture into 4 patties and place them on a plate. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
  • While the patties are chilling, prepare the avocado salsa. In a medium bowl, combine 2 diced ripe avocados, 1/4 cup of diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup of diced red onion, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro, 1 diced jalapeno, and the juice of 1 lime. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the tuna patties and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.
  • Serve the spicy tuna patties with the refreshing avocado salsa on the side. Enjoy!
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