Tuna Burger Recipe

By Jon Andrew

About This Recipe

Some people call these Tuna Burgers others call them Tuna Fishcakes, whatever you want to call them these Tuna Burgers are a healthy alternative to Beef Burger , and they taste delicious

Because these burgers are made from Tuna fish they are packed full of protein so they are a great snack if you are weight training and looking for a protein boost.

I like to serve these Tuna Burgers or Tuna Fishcakes with Mashed Potato and Parsley Sauce, but they go great with Chips as well. ...

Origins of Tuna Fishcake
The origins of tuna fishcake can be traced back to various culinary traditions that sought to utilize the abundant resources of the sea, particularly in coastal regions where tuna was a staple catch.

Historically, fishcakes have been a practical solution for preserving fish, allowing communities to extend the shelf life of their catch by combining it with other ingredients such as potatoes, breadcrumbs, and spices.

This method not only enhanced the flavour but also provided a satisfying texture, making it a popular dish among fishermen and their families.

Over time, as global trade expanded and culinary influences mingled, the tuna fishcake evolved, incorporating diverse flavours and preparation techniques from different cultures.

Today, it is enjoyed in various forms around the world, from the classic British fishcake to more contemporary interpretations that highlight regional ingredients and innovative cooking methods, reflecting the dish's adaptability and enduring appeal in modern cuisine.

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Serves: Four

Easy

Cook in: 5 min

Prep: 40 min

What equipment do you need ?

Flat Cheese Grater

Griddle Pan

Mixing Bowl

What is a Tuna Burgers

The idea of a Tuna Burger was most likely concived around 1893 in new York by Dell Montjoy Bradley.

The tuna burger in this recipe is a bit like a fishcake only the fish (tuna) is already cooked ready to eat, so these burgers can also be eaten cold.

Other names that you might find these tuna burgers under are, tuna melts and tuna patties.

How to make a Tuna Burger

Cuisine: American

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Ingredients Nutrition Cost

2 Tins of Tuna chunks
150 g of Breadcrumbs
50 g Parmesan Cheese
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp of lemon Juice
15 ml (1 tbs) of Tartare Sauce
2 eggs *
Olive Oil for cooking

VegetarianPescatarian*Contains eggNut free

Health & Nutrition:
This is based on 1 burger
91g

Calories: 130
Protein: 17gHigh
Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 4gHigh

Low sugarHigh protein

Cost to make:
£3.78 / $4.78 (Est.)

*Prices may vary.

Cooking Instructions

Grate up your 50 g of Parmesan cheese and process the 150 g of fresh breadcrumbs. Next you need to peel and chop up the two spring onions. Set these ingredients aside.
Drain the two tins of tuna then tip the tuna into a mixing bowl.
Using a fork mash the tuna so that there are no big chunks.
Tip in the breadcrumbs, cheese and spring onion then mix the lot together with a fork.
Add the black pepper, Tartar sauce and lemon juice. Mix this together.

At this point you need to bind the mixture together with the eggs, just crack them straight into the bowl and mix it all together with a fork until the eggs are incorporated and the mix starts to form a large pattie.
Get your hands into the bowl and combine it all together into one large pattie.
You need to refrigerate this for 30 minutes to 1 hr.
Heat some oil in a griddle pan on the stove.
Divide the mixture into 4 smaller patties, each should be around 100 g. Flatten them out with your hands into a burger shape.

Drop the burgers into the hot pan and fry off on each side for a few minutes.
All you need to do here is give them a nice colour and get them warm, remember these burgers could be eaten cold as the tuna is tinned.
When the burgers are browned on either side serve them in a bun with some fresh salad and tartar sauce, or you can just eat them with a fork.