southwest tuna burgers

Name: Southwest Tuna Burgers
Prep time: 1 h 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 2 can(s) (7 oz. each) solid white albacore tuna, drained and flaked; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup(s) crushed tortilla chips (white or yellow corn); 1/4 cup(s) chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup(s) finely diced red bell pepper (seeded); 1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice; 1 tablespoon(s) taco seasoning mix; 1/4 cup(s) vegetable oil; 4 - hamburger buns, toasted; 1 cup(s) shredded lettuce; 1/4 cup(s) mayonnaise, optional; 1/4 cup(s) salsa

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Mikekey *

Seattle, WA

Updated on Apr 5, 2016

Spice up the plain tuna burger.

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prep time 1 Hr 10 Min

cook time 5 Min

method Stove Top

yield

Ingredients

2 cans (7 oz. each) solid white albacore tuna, drained and flaked
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips (white or yellow corn)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper (seeded)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 - hamburger buns, toasted
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/4 cup mayonnaise, optional
1/4 cup salsa

How To Make southwest tuna burgers

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine tuna, eggs, tortilla chips, cilantro, bell pepper, lemon juice and taco seasoning. Stir well. Refrigerate for 1 hour (this makes it easier to form patties). Shape into 4 patties.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add patties and and cook 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Step 3

Serve on buns with shredded lettuce, mayo and salsa.
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