Bold Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo
If you’re looking to elevate your seafood game, our Bold Asian-Style Tuna Cakes with Spicy Mayo are the perfect answer. These delectable cakes feature a crispy exterior and tender interior, infused with the rich flavors of gochujang and fresh vegetables. Ideal for a quick dinner or as an eye-catching appetizer, they come together in just 20 minutes. Serve them as a satisfying main dish, a savory snack during game day, or even in a sandwich for a fun twist. With their impressive taste and versatility, these tuna cakes are sure to become a regular in your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (2 cakes per serving) 1x
- Category: Dinner/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- 2 eggs
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise (for spicy mayo)
- 1 tbsp gochujang
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Optional: 1/2 tsp sugar for balance
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix drained tuna, onion, carrot, green onion, salt, pepper, eggs, and flour until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 2–3 inches in diameter (approximately 8 pieces).
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- For the spicy mayo, combine mayonnaise, gochujang, lemon juice, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve warm with spicy mayo drizzled on top or as a dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg