3 Ways To Make Tuna Cakes

Parsley gives a very special touch to these tuna croquettes. Plus, this version of the recipe is one of the easiest to prepare. If you have little time, great, because you will only invest 15 or 20 minutes.

Ingredients

• 2 cans of tuna (350 g)
• 1/4 cup of chopped parsley (50 g)
• 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs (100 g)
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup of flour (100 g)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Frying oil (if necessary)

Preparation

• To start, remove the tuna from the cans and drain the liquid.
• Then pour the tuna into a deep bowl and mix it with the eggs, chopped parsley and breadcrumbs.
• Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Then add the flour and continue to stir.
• When you get the desired consistency, assemble the croquettes and fry them in plenty of hot oil.

2. Tuna and potato croquettes

To make these tuna and potato croquettes you need a little more time. However, the result is so delicious that it is well worth the preparation time. The potatoes help the croquettes to be crispier.

Ingredients

• 3 large potatoes
• 2 tablespoons of butter (30 g)
• 1 can of tuna (170 g)
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup of wheat flour (200 g)
• 1 cup of breadcrumbs (200 g)
• Salt according to your taste
• 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro (30 g)
• 1 tablespoon of water (20 ml)
• Frying oil.

Preparation

• To start, peel the potatoes and cut them into several pieces. Then wash them and bring them to a boil in a saucepan with plenty of water. Add salt to taste.
• When they reach their boiling point, lower the heat and cook for another 15 minutes, until they soften.
• Then, drain the potatoes in a colander and return them to the pan.
• Add the tablespoons of butter and mash the potatoes until you get a mash. If necessary, add more salt.
• Then open the can of tuna and drain it. Crumble with your hand and mix with the potato.
• Add the chopped cilantro and an egg and mix well.
• Once the dough is ready, shape the croquettes, put them on a tray and leave them in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
• Crack the remaining eggs and pour them into a medium bowl. Add the tablespoon of water and beat vigorously.
• Soak each croquette in wheat flour and egg. Then pass them in bread flour.
• Finally, heat a lot of oil and fry them until golden brown.

3. Croquettes stuffed with cream cheese

Do you want to delight your loved ones with more special croquettes? Make a version of exquisite tuna croquettes with a cream cheese filling. The preparation steps are similar to those above. We will also use parsley and potatoes. Enjoy it!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of cream cheese (120 g)
• 3 large mashed potatoes
• 2 cans of tuna in water (370 g)
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley (30 g)
• 2 tablespoons of cornstarch (30 g)
• 3 eggs for the breadcrumbs
• 2 cups of ground bread (400 g)
• Frying oil

Preparation

• First, mix the mashed potatoes with half the cream cheese.
• Then, drain the tuna and add it to the mixture.
• Then add the other ingredients; one egg, cornstarch, chopped parsley and salt and pepper to taste.
• After forming the dough, assemble the croquettes with your hands and fill them with cream cheese.
• Then put them in the fridge for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, add the eggs for the breading in a bowl and beat them.
• Take the croquettes out of the refrigerator and put them in the egg and breadcrumbs until they have the desired texture.
• Finally, sauté in plenty of oil until golden brown.

Do you feel ready to prepare some at home? If you want to vary your dishes a bit, and also add more fish to your diet, they are a great option.