Crispy Cheesy Tuna Melt Patties: Easy Delight for Home Cooks
Enjoy the delightful blend of crispy and cheesy flavors in these easy-to-make tuna melt patties, perfect for home cooks looking for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans tuna, drained
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the drained tuna, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, diced onion, beaten eggs, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like parsley or dill.
- Serve with a side of salad or on a bun for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Crispy & Cheesy Tuna Melt Patties