Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.75 cup

instant potato flakes

1 tsp

parsley flakes

1 tsp

onion flakes

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

dry mustard

0.5 cup

milk

1.5 tsp

lemon juice

13.5 unit

tuna

drained and flaked

2 unit

eggs

0.25 cup

butter

Step 1
~3 min

Combine instant potato flakes, parsley flakes, onion flakes, salt, dry mustard, milk, and lemon juice in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Add drained and flaked tuna and eggs to the bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Mix all ingredients together, reserving 3 tablespoons of potato flakes.

Step 4
~3 min

Form the mixture into 6 patties.

Step 5
~3 min

Coat both sides of the patties with the remaining potato flakes.

Step 6
~3 min

Melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 7
~3 min

Fry the tuna patties until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Step 8
~3 min

Drain the cooked tuna patties on paper towels before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add some chopped celery or onion for extra flavor.

Use a fork to gently flake the tuna.

Ensure patties are golden brown and cooked through.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Mixture can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tartar sauce or lemon wedges.

Pair with a side of coleslaw or potato salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, commonly found in family meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weekday Meal
Quick Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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