Crispy cheddar and tuna patties with golden crust, ready in 20 minutes for a quick, savory meal anytime.
# What You'll Need:
→ Patties
01 - 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna in water, drained
02 - 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
11 - 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
→ For Cooking
12 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the drained tuna, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
02 - Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and green onions. Using your hands, gently form the mixture into 4 or 5 equal-sized patties, pressing to compact.
03 - Heat unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add tuna patties and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp.
04 - Serve patties hot on toasted bread, English muffins, or alongside a fresh salad. For an extra cheesy finish, add additional cheese and place under the broiler for 1 minute until melted.
