Description
Crispy and cheesy tuna nuggets that are perfect as a snack or appetizer, combining tuna, cheese, and crunchy coating for a delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine tuna, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the beaten egg and mix well.
- Form the mixture into small nugget-sized patties.
- Coat each nugget with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry nuggets for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a healthier option, bake nuggets at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 nuggets
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg