Potato and Tuna Patties

Potato and Tuna Patties

Yummy Tuna Patties for the Fam

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 28m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 48m
Servings: 12
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (18 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

89
Calories
0.8g
Fat
6.3g
Carbohydrates
0.5g
Fiber
6.5g
Protein
23mg
Cholesterol
Potato and Tuna Patties

Recipe Description

Get hooked on these Potato and Tuna Patties. This is another family-friendly recipe that will please them all! Boiled and roughly mashed potatoes mixed with canned tuna, corn kernels and spring onions then combined together with some egg, bread crumbs, lemon zest, salt and freshly ground pepper.

I then coat the patties again with more bread crumbs to make them extra crispy and delicious. Serve them up with hot French fries and a dollop of ketchup and your family dinner will have no complaints.

To make Potato and Tuna Patties, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Potato and Tuna Patties

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Mash potatoes

    3 min
    Step 1 - Potato and Tuna Patties

    Once chilled, in a large mixing bowl and using a potato masher, roughly mash 10 oz of boiled potatoes with their skins off.

  2. 2

    Add tuna

    2 min
    Step 2 - Potato and Tuna Patties

    Add 1 can of drained tuna meat and use a fork to mix through.

  3. 3

    Add remaining ingredients

    2 min
    Step 3 - Potato and Tuna Patties

    Add ½ cup of corn kernels, 2 chopped spring onions, 1 egg and ½ cup of bread crumbs. Mix well to combine evenly.

  4. 4

    Season

    1 min
    Step 4 - Potato and Tuna Patties

    Season with lemon zest from 1 lemon, salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix again.

  5. 5

    Form patties

    10 min
    Step 5 - Potato and Tuna Patties

    Divide the mixture into 12 portions and shape into small patties.

  6. 6

    Coat patties

    10 min
    Step 6 - Potato and Tuna Patties

    In a shallow plate or dish, place the other ½ cup of bread crumbs and one by one, coat the patties.

  7. 7

    Cook patties

    20 min
    Step 7 - Potato and Tuna PattiesStep 7 - Potato and Tuna PattiesStep 7 - Potato and Tuna Patties

    In a large, nonstick pan, over medium heat, heat oil and work in batches. Cook the potato and tuna patties for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate lined with some kitchen paper towel to drain the excess oil. Repeat with remaining patties.

  8. 8

    Serve

    1 min
    Step 8 - Potato and Tuna Patties

    Serve hot with your favorite sides and sauces!

A guaranteed, no complaint dinner if you serve these Potato and Tuna Patties. Everybody loves each bite of these patties. Did we get you hooked? Let us know and give us a shoutout online. Tag #cookmerecipes in your pics and posts!

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (18 reviews)
Pete
March 30, 2025
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Superb! Made these patties for my friends last weekend and they loved them. The mix of flavors was awesome, and I added some spices of my own. Definitely a keeper recipe in my book!

Queenie
March 31, 2024
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Really enjoyed making these patties. They were a hit with my kids. So simple and tasty, definitely making again!

Mike
October 12, 2023
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Delicious! My wife and I made these little patties during our Sunday cookout, and they were gone in minutes. The kids loved them dipped in ketchup, and we loved the crunchy outside. Will definetly make again soon!

T-Bone
October 4, 2023
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Super easy to whip up! Loved the crunch

Isabelle Dupont
May 30, 2023
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Super tasty dish!

Vicky
December 8, 2022
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Amazing recipe! I made these patties for a quick dinner, and they were a hit! They remind me of my childhood when my mom would whip these up. Simple to make and so tasty. Definitely a keeper!

Gina
May 22, 2022
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OMG, these Potato and Tuna Patties are a game changer! Made ‘em for a movie night and my friends couldn’t get enough. Super easy and tasty. Def lookin’ for more recipes like this!

Laura Smith
January 7, 2022
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Delicious! I made these Potato and Tuna Patties for my husband and me last night, and we were both amazed at how tasty they were. The combo of flavors was just right. A perfect quick meal after a long day.

Lola
December 21, 2021
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Superbly tasty and easy to make, loved it.

Zach
November 12, 2021
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Tasty, easy, fun! My kids loved helping mix the ingredients together. Perfect meal for busy nights when you want something quick and delicious. We’ll definitely be making these again!

Gina
June 19, 2021
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These Potato and Tuna Patties are seriously a game changer! I whipped them up for dinner after a long day and they were a hit. My friends were amazed I made em from scratch. The crispy outside was to die for, def gonna make this again.

Hank
June 5, 2021
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These Potato and Tuna Patties are a hit at my place! I whipped them up on a rainy day and they brightened the mood. The crispy exterior is so satisfying, and they taste amazing with ketchup. It's now my go-to recipe for a quick dinner idea with friends.

Isabella Johnson
May 10, 2021
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These Potato and Tuna Patties were a hit! My kids loved helping mix the ingredients, and we made great memories together.

Daisy
April 23, 2021
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Super tasty! Made these for my nieces and they loved 'em! The crispy outside and moist inside just hit home. Will def make again for family gatherings!

Lila
March 1, 2021
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These tuna patties were a hit at dinner. So easy to make and tasty too. My husband loved them.

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