BBQ Tuna Fritters
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.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
28 g
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Cholesterol
112 mg
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Fiber
3 g
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Protein
23 g
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Saturated Fat
3 g
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Sodium
440 mg
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Sugar
7 g
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Fat
19 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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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)
02 Step
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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)
03 Step
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2 mins
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. (2 minutes)
04 Step
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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)
05 Step
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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)
06 Step
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2 mins
Remove the cooked fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. (2 minutes)
07 Step
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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.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.2/ 5 ( 122 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Marie Bogan
Feb 14, 2025I added a little bit of shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture and it was amazing!
Camryn Okeefe
Sep 27, 2024My kids loved these! A great way to sneak in some extra protein.
Nettie Weimann
Jul 15, 2024Easy and quick to make. Perfect for a weeknight meal when you don't have much time.
Daniella Jenkinsfraney
May 7, 2024These were surprisingly good! I wasn't sure about canned tuna, but the BBQ sauce really makes them delicious.