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Spicy Tuna Burgers with Sriracha Mayo
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh tuna, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup Sriracha sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce and tomato for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine 1 lb of finely chopped fresh tuna, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 egg, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- Form the tuna mixture into 4 patties and place them on a plate. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup Sriracha sauce and 1/4 cup mayonnaise to make the spicy Sriracha mayo.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the tuna patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
- Spread the spicy Sriracha mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Place a tuna patty on top, then add lettuce and tomato. Top with the other half of the bun.
- Serve the spicy tuna burgers immediately and enjoy!
Tuna burgers with a spicy Sriracha mayo topping have become a popular dish in recent years, blending the flavors of the sea with a kick of heat. This fusion of flavors has its roots in the coastal regions where fresh tuna is abundant, such as Hawaii and Japan. Chefs like Roy Yamaguchi and Nobu Matsuhisa have been instrumental in popularizing this dish, infusing it with their signature Asian-inspired flair. The key to a perfect tuna burger lies in the quality of the tuna and the balance of flavors in the spicy Sriracha mayo topping. The tuna should be fresh and ideally sushi-grade, while the Sriracha mayo should have just the right amount of heat to complement the natural richness of the fish. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale seafood restaurants and trendy burger joints that prioritize fresh, sustainable ingredients. For those looking to recreate this dish at home, sourcing high-quality tuna and experimenting with different levels of spiciness in the Sriracha mayo can make all the difference. Whether grilled, seared, or even raw, the versatility of the tuna burger allows for endless culinary creativity.
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4
320 calories
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