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italian tuna patties

Recipe by
Beverley Williams
San Antonio, TX

My family loves these tuna patties. I serve them with a nice green salad and Italian green beans.

yield 4 -6
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For italian tuna patties

  • 2 (5 oz.) can
    light tuna in water, drained well
  • 1 md
    zucchini, shredded
  • 1
    egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 c
    italian bread crumbs
  • 2 Tbsp
    shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 Tbsp
    grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tbsp
    mayonnaise
  • 1/2 tsp
    oregano
  • 1/2 tsp
    basil
  • 1/4 tsp
    onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic powder
  • to taste
    salt & pepper
  • 2-3 Tbsp
    olive oil

How To Make italian tuna patties

  • 1
    Shred the zucchini. Place it in a colander. Press lightly with a spoon to remove the liquid.
  • 2
    Place all ingredients except oil into a mixing bowl. Stir to blend very well.
  • 3
    Form the mixture into patties. Set aside.
  • 4
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium.
  • 5
    Cook patties until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side) Drain on paper towel lined plate.
  • 6
    *** Be sure not to crown the skillet. Cook in batches if needed.
  • 7
    Serve immediately

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