TUNA CAKES WITH JALAPEÑO AND CILANTRO

TUNA CAKES WITH JALAPEÑO AND CILANTRO

These yummy Tuna Cakes with Jalapeño and Cilantro are low on carbs and calories and big on flavor!  These can also be gluten free and just as delicious if you swap out almond meal for the breadcrumbs.  Plus, they are made from canned tuna so they’re totally budget friendly!  I know you’re gonna love them as much as I do!

Tuna Cakes with Jalapenos and Cilantro
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 40 mins

These yummy Tuna Cakes with Jalapeño and Cilantro are low on carbs and calories and big on flavor! 

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Servings: 14 Servings
Calories: 112 kcal
Author: Holly Sander

Ingredients

  • 25 ounces canned solid white tuna in water (five 5-ounce cans)
  • 2 large eggs , lightly beaten
  • 1 bunch of fresh cilantro coarsely chopped, plus a few sprigs saved for garnish
  • 1/3 cup , plus 2 tablespoons, plain dry breadcrumbs (or almond meal for a gluten free option)
  • 4 tablespoons Canola mayonnaise (Greek yogurt can be used instead)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 to 1 1/2 lemons)
  • 3 jalapeno chile peppers , finely chopped, ribs and seeds removed unless you like it a little spicy
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons extra light olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper


DIRECTIONS :

Get the full directions tasteandsee.com
Sriracha Aioli
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 1 min
Total Time 6 mins

If spicy isn't your thing, just omit the the Sriracha and cayenne.
Course: Sides
Cuisine: American/Asian Fusion
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 42 kcal
Author: Holly Sander
Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup light mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves small garlic , minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons of Sriracha
  • About 3 shakes of cayenne pepper


Instructions


Whisk together all the ingredients in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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