Name: Tuna Cakes with Garlic Lemon Aioli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Tuna Cakes with Garlic Lemon Aioli

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Garlic Lemon Aioli

In a small bowl whisk together all of the ingredients for the aioli.

Cover and refrigerate until you're ready to serve.

Tuna Cakes

In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, egg, yogurt, shallot, pepper, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper.

Mix together with a fork until combined. Be careful not to over mix and break up the tuna too much.

Form the tuna mixture into 4 cakes.

Place the Panko on a plate and press each cake into the bread crumbs, coating both sides.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

Place the tuna cakes in the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

Remove from pan and serve immediately with the garlic lemon aioli sauce.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Drain and Squeeze Tuna Thoroughly 💧
After draining canned tuna, place it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture to prevent soggy cakes and ensure better binding with the other ingredients.
Chill Mixture Before Forming 🧊
Refrigerate the tuna mixture for 15-20 minutes before shaping into patties; this helps the cakes hold together better during cooking and prevents them from falling apart in the pan.
Toast Panko for Extra Crunch 🟤
Lightly toast your panko breadcrumbs in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before coating to enhance their golden color, crunch factor, and nutty flavor profile.
Balance Your Aioli Emulsion ⚖️
Add lemon juice to your aioli slowly while whisking constantly, and use Greek yogurt to stretch the mayo further while keeping it stable and preventing the sauce from breaking.
Don't Skip the Sear 🔆
Use medium-high heat and allow each cake to cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes per side to develop a golden, crispy exterior that seals in moisture and adds textural contrast.

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