When people think of burgers, they usually think beef, and sometimes turkey. Tuna burgers are underrated and delicious. They are more delicate than their meat-based counterparts, so be gentle when flipping!
Traditional Tuna Burgers
1 can water-packed tuna, well drained
1 egg
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/3 cup minced onion
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 cup minced red bell pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp. chili sauce
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, minced
1 dash Tabasco sauce
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
Combine tuna, egg, bread crumbs, onion, red bell pepper, mayonnaise, chili sauce, cilantro, salt, pepper, garlic, Tabasco sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well, shape into 4 patties and chill for 30-60 minutes.
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side. Be gentle. These are fragile!
Oriental Tuna Burgers
1 can water-packed tuna, well drained
1 egg
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/3 cup minced scallions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup mayo
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1 dash Tabasco sauce
Combine tuna, egg, breadcrumbs, scallions, garlic, mayonnaise, soy sauce, ginger, salt, black pepper, and Tabasco sauce. Mix well and shape into 4 patties; chill for 30-60 minutes.
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side. Be gentle! These are fragile!
