Asian Tuna Burger
Enjoy the taste and health benefits of fish with these easy to make Asian tuna burgers!
Servings: 5 burgers
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh tuna steak
- 1 Tablespoon fresh ginger peeled and grated
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 ½ Tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 large egg
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro rinsed (optional)
- 3 Tablespoons green onion or scallions thinly sliced
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Cut tuna into large chunks and place in a food processor.
- Add next 6 ingredients to the food processor. If using the cilantro, add to the food processor as well. Pulse gently until the mixture is just combined (don't over process).
- Transfer tuna mixture to a large bowl. Stir in sliced green onions and panko breadcrumbs until well combined. *
- Line a plate with parchment paper. Shape the tuna mixture into five patties and place on the parchment.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet on medium-high heat, add sesame oil to lightly coat the pan. Once the pan is hot, gently lay burgers in skillet and cook until lightly browned on first side approximately 6-9 minutes. Flip burgers and continue to cook until golden brown on second side, 6-9 mins. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts: per 1 burger (recipe makes ~5 burgers)
169 Calories, 4 gram fat, 23 gram protein, 7 gram total carbohydrate, 1 gram sugar, 293 mg sodium
Notes:
*Make the tuna mixture and place in the refrigerator so it is easier to shape into patties. I have even put it together a day in advance and kept it refrigerated.
Top with your favorite condiment. I like to mix a small amount of chili sauce in soy sauce. Other great options include: wasabi, horseradish, kimchi, a spicy mayo (or Greek yogurt), a hoisin mustard sauce and so much more.
If you want to freeze burgers, I suggest freezing the patties uncooked. Then, thaw them in the refrigerator when you are ready to cook.
If you do not have a food processor, this can be made in a blender like a ninja.
These tuna burgers can be grilled, just adjust time and be sure to spray the grill so they don’t stick
I know some people enjoy tuna raw on the inside, I have always cooked these burgers until well done, but I promise they come out very moist and tender. I would suggest following this recipe and cooking it more thoroughly because you have egg mixed through with the fish.