Keto Tuna Cakes

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  • prep time

    prep time

    5 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    8 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    13 min

Keto Tuna Cakes

285 ratings

Crab cakes are delicious to eat, but not everyone likes shellfish! Tuna cakes are an equally delicious alternative that’s leaner and healthier to enjoy. The cakes are moist on the inside with a slightly crispy exterior. If you want to increase your lunch portion, cook these tuna cakes to top a salad or to enjoy alongside some of your favorite keto side dishes!

  • Net Carbs

    2.8 g

  • Fiber

    0.6 g

  • Total Carbs

    3.4 g

  • Protein

    49.3 g

  • Fats

    38.6 g

557 cals

Keto Tuna Cakes

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Ingredients

  • Tuna Fish Canned In Water

    Tuna Fish Canned In Water

    1 can, drained

  • Egg

    Egg

    1 large

  • Light Mayonnaise

    Light Mayonnaise

    1 tbsp

  • Salt

    Salt

    ⅛ teaspoon

  • Black Pepper

    Black Pepper

    ¼ tsp

  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes by 365

    Crushed Red Pepper Flakes by 365

    ¼ tsp

  • Spices Onion Powder

    Spices Onion Powder

    ½ tsp

  • Spices Paprika

    Spices Paprika

    ¼ tsp

  • Parsley Raw

    Parsley Raw

    ½ tbsp

  • Dill Weed Fresh

    Dill Weed Fresh

    ½ tablespoon

  • Coconut Oil

    Coconut Oil

    2 tablespoon

Recipe Steps

steps 3

13 min

  • Step 1

    Drain the liquid from the tuna can. In a bowl, combine the tuna, egg, mayo, salt, pepper, red pepper, onion powder, paprika, chopped parsley, and chopped dill.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    In a shallow skillet, heat the coconut oil on medium-high heat. Divide the tuna mixture in half, and use your hands to form two patties with an approximate ¾-inch thickness.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Cook the patties in the oil for about 3-4 minutes per side or until they are golden brown and heated through. Enjoy hot!

Comments 29

  • ChildOfGrace

    ChildOfGrace a month ago

    Haven’t tried it yet, and I will be using regular mayo and some Parmesan cheese. But my question is, Why is everyone so keen on Low-fat substitutes, when Keto requires us to stay with the “real” fat products? There seems to be some counterproductive “fat is the enemy” thinking out there!

    • Steeleyjen

      Steeleyjen a month ago

      I agree with others it is a very wet recipe. I added Parmesan to dry it up. It turned out pretty good. Very filling. Good lunch. Would be great on a bed of greens with ranch. I didn’t have the salad at this time but next time I will.

      • FavorableArugula725570

        FavorableArugula725570 2 months ago

        Great recipe! Added a 1/4 of greek yogurt plain for some added flavor

        • Leila

          Leila 3 months ago

          Amazing! I added some shredded mozzarella and replaced the coconut oil with olive oil with truffles!😍

          • OKC

            OKC 3 months ago

            Added fresh Chillies will make again

            • Shewoff642

              Shewoff642 5 months ago

              Same recipe I have been using for years. I did add 1/4 cup almond flour to bind with instead of my old standby of wheat flour. Hubby asked for them again lol.

              • OutstandingMacadamia983016

                OutstandingMacadamia983016 2 months ago

                That's how I make mine, sometimes I use 2 tbsp coconut flour

            • Jenn

              Jenn 8 months ago

              Taste ok but I don't think the macros are right. I can't imagine 1 egg some tuna and a tablespoon of mayo can make 3 carbs. I added mine all seperate and it was 1 carb and about 300 calories.

              • Salmam7

                Salmam7 8 months ago

                came out really well, may add other ingredients next time

                • b.brick

                  b.brick 8 months ago

                  Not a fan of fish in general, but trying to push through to get more protein. This recipe definitely helped! I like the crisp to it as well. I pretty much did the exact recipe and didn't have a problem with it holding together, only subbed avocado oil instead of coconut. Might need to go longer than 3-4 mins a side, that will help it hold together better. I would make it again, so that is definitely saying something 😁 4 stars because it's good, but also fish 🤣

                  • StupendousKale588579

                    StupendousKale588579 7 days ago

                    Canned chicken instead of tuna??

                • OJInaglass

                  OJInaglass 9 months ago

                  Quick and easy. I will be playing with this a lot and tweaking it each time. Thanks.

                  • RemarkableKale796956

                    RemarkableKale796956 9 months ago

                    These were great but a little wet so I used a generous amount of dried chives and a bit of almond flour to up the protein a bit. Very filling and easy to make.

                    • Jaabuamer

                      Jaabuamer 10 months ago

                      This is a good recipe. It says to use a large egg but next time I will probably use medium or small because I think it was too eggy. But still tasted delicious, will make again with some adjustments

                      • OutstandingMacadamia449606

                        OutstandingMacadamia449606 9 months ago

                        Maybe use only egg white, no yolk to eliminate the eggy taste

                    • LadyDi#1

                      LadyDi#1 10 months ago

                      Excellent tuna cakes! I baked mine at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes. I doubled the recipe and had 6 cakes. I also added 1 tbls garlic, 1/2 cup Parmesan, almond flour 2 tbls, and 1 tbls Bay seasoning. I found another recipe for sauce which included sliced dill pickles to taste, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, and 2 tbls ketchup without sugar. I will definitely make these again!! Thank you for recipe.

                      • Chillketo

                        Chillketo a year ago

                        I plan to make this again! Really enjoyed it. I added remoulade sauce, ate the first one the first day and refrigerated the later and it was delicious too!

                        • Jennski

                          Jennski a year ago

                          Delicious! I did the recipe as written, but used regular mayo and used dry dill. I read many people added binders, it is a pretty runny mix. I didn’t. I made rings of aluminium foil and secured them with binder clips and scooped the mix into them to hold their shape. Once the mix was bubbling and steaming through the top, they held their shape enough to remove the aluminium foil rings and flip. They get a surprisingly good crisp on them!

                          • FortuitousKetone144895

                            FortuitousKetone144895 a year ago

                            Great recipe! Though I would recommend a binding agent and backing way off on the coconut oil (1 Tablespoon at max, especially if you're using non-stick). I've noticed that using canned salmon with almond flour, instead of tuna, tends to make the mixture dryer. I also was out of mayo tonight so I subbed in sirracha to tasty effects, although greek yogurt and sour cream work well if you're not in the mood for heat.

                            • OutstandingMacadamia415413

                              OutstandingMacadamia415413 a year ago

                              Very good. Had to use a bonding agent. To runny without to form Pattie’s. I used bbq pork rinds. Delish. Will definitely be making these again

                              • StellarArugula762921

                                StellarArugula762921 a year ago

                                This was delish! I used pork rinds for bonding also. Loved the spices. Definitely make again

                                • FantasticMacadamia458705

                                  FantasticMacadamia458705 2 years ago

                                  Starting my healthy eating today and I'm now making these! They looks delish! I'll update on the taste

                                  • BlithesomeKetone215029

                                    BlithesomeKetone215029 2 years ago

                                    Started my keto journey yesterday and loved eating these for lunch. So easy to make, I made into 3 patties the 2nd time. Making 2 they didn’t hold together

                                    • KristenGood

                                      KristenGood 2 years ago

                                      You could add almond flour that'll help, or shredded cheese.

                                  • GinaU

                                    GinaU 2 years ago

                                    Delicious! I substituted garlic powder for the dill. Only problem is they soak up the coconut oil and they stick. I used a cast iron skillet. I’d recommend a no-stick pan.

                                    • RemarkableKetone352554

                                      RemarkableKetone352554 a year ago

                                      A couple of suggestions to prevent that from happening: make sure you pan is hot enough before you add the oil, then add that tuna cakes and don't move them for at least three minutes. Also, I chilled the mix for 15 minutes before forming the balls. Mine came out beautiful.

                                  • BlithesomeKale452576

                                    BlithesomeKale452576 2 years ago

                                    Wonderful recipe, substituted 1 T minced fresh hot jalapeño pepper for the red pepper flakes, added 1/4c almond flour for binding that someone suggested and they turned out very delicious, I will definitely make it again. This recipe deserves 10 stars 🌟 Thanks 😊

                                    • RubyTuesday

                                      RubyTuesday 2 years ago

                                      Again another winner! Hubby really enjoyed it too. I didnt fry them in the pan but instead used my Big Boss air fryer at 400' for 10 minutes. Came out perfect! Plus I added pork rinds for it to bind together better like others have mentioned.

                                      • A real Brit!

                                        A real Brit! 2 years ago

                                        I was just about to ask can they be air fried.. thank you for posting this!