Tuna Potato Patties

These tuna potato patties or tuna fish cakes take the classic tuna patties to the next level. The potato adds a nice texture and volume. The recipe is simple, easy, and ready in less than 20 minutes. Serve them as appetizers and sides or in sandwiches and wraps. They also make perfect lunch box meals too

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Do your kids eat tuna? My kids love tuna and they can eat tuna with a spoon out of the can with a slice of bread. And, they love my tuna patties now. And yet, I must admit that when they were kids it took them a while to enjoy tuna or any other fish. Not anymore. Now they love tuna and they love my fish cakes, and especially these with potato.

Seems like this is a very common recipe and one that almost all moms make. I remember my mom would use the leftover mashed potatoes to make these patties. However, I almost never have mashed potatoes leftover. That's because Ziv and Aadi love mashed potatoes very much.  Therefore, I prefer to grate my potato into the tuna. And while it takes two to three minutes to cook, it does give a nice texture to the potato patties.

Ingredient and substitutes

• Tuna - you can use any brand you like. I usually love tuna in olive oil since I find it's less fishy. but you can definitely use tuna in water.
• Potato - I like to grate fresh potatoes in mine. I like the added texture it gives the patties. And yet, if you have an already cooked mashed potato on hand, go ahead and use that instead. Since the whole purpose of this dish is to make something quick and easy.
• Onion and garlic - today, I am using fresh sauteed but you can also use 1 teaspoon onion powder and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• Fresh herbs - We are a cilantro-loving family but parsley works just as well.
• Paprika - If you like a little spicy kick you will enjoy some spicy paprika in there. I usually omit the paprika because my kids don't care much for spicy tuna fish cakes.
• Canola oil - Cooking oil works well when you want to cook on medium-high. You can also use olive oil. And yet, olive oil is best used for medium cooking.
• Eggs - Technically you can make these eggless. Just omit the egg and you should still be able to form the patties.

Step by step instructions

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• If using fresh, saute the chopped onions and garlic in a frying pan on medium heat with a teaspoon of olive oil until onions are translucent. Set aside (You can also use onion and garlic powder)
• Drain the can of tuna in a colander. Shred the tuna flakes well so there are no lumps. Set aside
• Grate the potato and squeeze out any excess moisture. Do this just when you are ready to assemble to prevent the potatoes from getting oxidized.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna along with potato, onion, garlic, herbs, spices, seasoning, and eggs.
• Divide the mixture into 6 medium or 8 small patties.
• Add oil or butter to a frying pan or cast-iron skillet on medium heat.
• Cook the patties for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until lightly golden. If necessary drizzle some more olive oil.
• Serve hot with ketchup, mayonnaise, or tartar sauce

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