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Tuna Fish Cakes

Cultural Context

Tuna fish cakes are a beloved dish in South Africa, often made with canned tuna as a quick and affordable protein source. They reflect the country's resourceful culinary traditions, utilizing ingredients that are easily accessible. These cakes are frequently enjoyed as a snack or light meal and have gained popularity beyond South Africa, with variations appearing in many global cuisines.

South AfricanZAmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 Tuna in sunflower oil tins
2 Bread slices 50/50 or any bread of your choice
1 Red Bell Pepper
1 Tomato
1 Red Onion
3-4 Garlic Cloves
2 Green Chillies
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 bunch Fresh Coriander
2 Large Eggs
Homemade Breadcrumbs
Oil for frying as required

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Canned salmon is a healthier option with similar flavor.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier, gluten-free alternative.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal serves as a binding agent with added fiber.

1

Drain the tuna and flake it into a large bowl.

2

Chop the red bell pepper, tomato, red onion, garlic cloves, and green chillies.

3

In the bowl with the tuna, add the chopped vegetables, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, chopped fresh coriander, and eggs.

4

Mix until well combined and form into patties.

5

Coat each patty in homemade breadcrumbs.

6

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

7

Fry patties until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfryingboiling

Equipment Needed

large bowlskillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

high-protein

Allergens

fishegg

Also Known As

Tuna PattiesTuna Fritters

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