BBQ Tuna Fritters

BBQ Tuna Fritters
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    366

Elevate humble canned tuna into crispy, flavorful fritters. Perfect as a snack, light meal, or nestled in a pita with your favorite toppings, these BBQ Tuna Fritters are a delightful surprise for your taste buds.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    28 g
  • Cholesterol
    112 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    440 mg
  • Sugar
    7 g
  • Fat
    19 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a medium bowl, gently flake the drained tuna with a fork. Add the egg and oats, stirring until just combined. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Incorporate the barbecue sauce, green onion, hot pepper sauce, savory, and salt into the tuna mixture. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender fritter. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Spoon tablespoonfuls of the tuna mixture into the hot oil, gently flattening each portion into a small patty (about 1/4 inch thick). Smaller patties are easier to handle. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins Cook the fritters until golden brown and crispy on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning. (8 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Remove the cooked fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve warm and enjoy!

For extra flavor, try using smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the tuna mixture for brightness.
These fritters can also be baked in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of sriracha mayo for dipping.

Laron Prohaska

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 122 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Marie Bogan

    I added a little bit of shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture and it was amazing!

  • Camryn Okeefe

    My kids loved these! A great way to sneak in some extra protein.

  • Nettie Weimann

    Easy and quick to make. Perfect for a weeknight meal when you don't have much time.

  • Daniella Jenkinsfraney

    These were surprisingly good! I wasn't sure about canned tuna, but the BBQ sauce really makes them delicious.

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