Asian Tuna Patties

Main Dish, Side Dish, Sandwich

This is a versatile dish that can function as an entrée, side dish or as a sandwich. Simply breaded tuna fried crisp with a little Asian flair, these nevertheless add a complex quality to any meal of which they are a part. Quick to prepare, you should be ready in about 15 minutes. Cook time is 20 minutes. This recipe yields about 6 servings, well, 6 patties.

Ingredients/Shopping List
• ¾ cup dry bread crumbs
• ½ cup cornmeal
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 3 green onions, minced
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
• 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Mix tuna, egg, bread crumbs, green onions, and garlic then blend soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, ketchup, sesame oil, and pepper.

Form mixture into 6 patties about 1 inch thick. Sprinkle cornmeal to coat each patty.

Heat oil in skillet at medium heat. Fry patties for 5 minutes on each side. Result will be golden brown.

Serving suggestions are far to many to list. Use your imagination.

• As an entrée, this goes will with a variety of soups. Crudités go well too.
• As a sandwich, use very thin bread or serve on a bun. They can be topped with cold lettuce and a slice of tomato or a bit of onion to good effect.
• As a side dish, serve with a small bowl of soy sauce or teriyaki sauce for dipping. Ranch dressing with a bit of wasabi makes a good dipping sauce too.