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by Diane
Buy our air fryer e-cookbooks today Our previous crispy stove top tuna patties recipe were such a hit! So many of you asked us for an air fryer tuna patties recipe so here it is! A batch of these air fried tuna cakes is low carb and delicious.
Easy Healthy Air Fryer Tuna Patties Recipe
Our recipe for tuna patties in the air fryer is so much healthier because it hardly uses any oil. We couldn’t believe it when we took a bit into a air fried tuna patty. It’s is a little drier than the stove top version, but the healthier air fried option is still delicious! The flavor and texture difference between the pan fried tuna version and air fried version is small. Air frying the tuna patties is definitely the way to go if you’re looking to cook with less oil and cut calories.
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Low Carb, Low Calorie Air Fried Tuna Patties
The hot circulating air cooks these fish cakes perfectly only need a light brush or spray of olive oil. Hardly using any oil makes the lower calorie for sure. And the patties use a bit of bread crumbs, which makes them lower carb than most other options out there. You’ll love these and serve then on a salad, as an appetizer or in a slider. If you’re looking for a BAKED TUNA PATTY here’s a great recipe that can easily be baked in the oven. Both these options are great ways to enjoy these low calorie tuna cakes!
How to Make Tuna Patties or Tuna Cakes in Air Fryer
Use ice cream scoop to keep sizes consistent
Flatten out the tuna patties and keep their round shape. Brush with oil.
Here’s our Stove Top Version: Recipe Here
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Air Fryer Tuna Patties
Yield: 10 Patties
Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Cook Time: 10 minutes mins
Total Time: 25 minutes mins
We texture of the canned albacore tuna the best for this recipe. Try to avoid the canned tunas which are very mushy. Fresh, raw tuna works great too if you feel like using fresh fish.
The amount of egg will vary depending on the dryness of your tuna and the absorption of the bread crumbs. If you are unsure, start with 2 eggs, and if the mixture seems too dry to easily form into patties, add a 3rd egg.
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Ingredients
- 15 ounces (425 g) canned albacore tuna , drained or 1 pound (454g) fresh tuna, diced
- 2-3 large eggs *see note above
- zest of 1 medium lemon
- 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (55 g) bread crumbs
- 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) grated parmesan cheese
- 1 stalk celery , finely chopped
- 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) minced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) dried herbs (oregano, dill, basil, thyme or any combo)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) Kosher salt , or to taste
- fresh cracked black pepper
- optional for serving - ranch, tarter sauce, mayo, lemon slices
Equipment
Instructions
In a bowl, combine the eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, celery, onion, garlic powder, dried herbs, salt and pepper. Stir the mixture to make sure everything is combined. Gently fold in the tuna until just combined.
Lay perforated air fryer baking paper inside base of air fryer. Lightly spray the paper. (if not using a liner, spray enough olive oil spray at the base of the air fryer basket to make sure the patties do not stick)
Scoop 1/4 cup of mixture, and shape into patties about 3-inches wide x 1/2-inch thick and lay inside basket. Makes about 10 patties. If patties are too soft to handle, chill them for at about 1 hour or until firm. This will make them easier to handle during cooking.
Spray or brush top of patties with oil.
Air Fry at 360°F, 10 minutes, flipping half way. Spray the tops again after you flip the patties. Serve with your favorite sauce and lemon slices.
Notes
Easy substitutions: Fresh herbs for the dried herbs. Shallots or green onions for the onions.
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Nutrition Information per Serving
Calories: 101kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 13g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 61mg, Sodium: 298mg, Potassium: 131mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 83IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 39mg, Iron: 1mg
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Air Fryer, Seafood
Calories: 101
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Annie — Reply
This was a great way to get my kids to eat tuna! They’re usually really picky about eating it but they loved this! -
Cal — Reply
I love finding different ways to cook tuna! I’m addicted to these air fryer tuna patties! -
Roxie Otteson — Reply
Sounds delicious….wondering if I could substitute canned salmon. I will be trying both.
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Best Recipe Box — Reply
Hi Roxie, we haven’t tried it with canned salmon yet. If it turns out good, please let us know! Our input will be super helpful!
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Are used what I had which was for 2.5 ounce packs of lemon pepper tuna and one pack of Thai tuna. It was incredible. Really easy excellent recipe. Ruth — Reply
I used what I had which was four 2.5 ounce packs of lemon pepper tuna and one pack of Thai tuna. It was incredible. Really easy excellent recipe. I also added ginger and turmeric. Crushed stuffing for the bread crumbs. Yummy!
Thanks
Ruthie-
Best Recipe Box — Reply
Hi Ruthie! thanks for sharing and love the addition of ginger and turmeric!
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Louise — Reply
Exactly how many calories per patty?
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Maggie @ Magnolia Chocolatier — Reply
Each one is 101 calories. I did the math.
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Cassie — Reply
These were easy to make and turned out so delicious!! I added some Tajin for a little spice!-
Diane — Reply
Love Tajin! So glad you enjoyed these. Thanks for sharing Cassie!
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Maggie @ Magnolia Chocolatier — Reply
I made these in my brand new air fryer. They were really good. I’m still learning the air fryer, so it’s great to have recipes that will work with it. Thanks!
Mag
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Sharon — Reply
Thanks for the recipe. It sounds good. I don’t think it really qualifies as low carb because of the breadcrumbs. But otherwise it sounds good
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Diane — Reply
Hi Sharon, you can certainly use almond flour or crushed pork rinds for a more low carb version.
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S M — Reply
So tasty, so crispy and so easy to make. I halved the recipe and it turned out great. I didn’t have any celery but it was still really good. -
Mel — Reply
I made them with fresh tuna and it was perfect simple love it
