Here’s a delicious tuna and potato fritters recipe—crispy, savory, and perfect as a snack or light meal 🐟🥔
Tuna and Potato Fritters
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (preferably cooled)
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2–3 tbsp flour (or as needed)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, tuna, onion, egg, flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and herbs.
- Mix until well combined. The mixture should hold together; add a bit more flour if too wet.
- Shape fritters
- Take small portions and form into patties (about 2–3 inches wide).
- Fry
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry fritters 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain & serve
- Place on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve warm with sour cream, tartar sauce, or a squeeze of lemon.
Tips & Variations
- 🧄 Add minced garlic or garlic powder for extra flavor.
- 🧀 Fold in some grated cheddar for cheesy fritters.
- 🌿 Use dill or cilantro instead of parsley for a fresh twist.
- 🍋 Serve with a lemon-garlic aioli for dipping.
- 🥕 Add finely grated carrot or zucchini for extra veggies.
If you want, I can give a baked version that’s lower-fat but still crispy on the outside.
Do you want me to do that?
