Tuna Patties

Just thought I'd share this recipe I came across on a 'heathy eating' website somewhere. I can't remember exactly where to be able to give credit, where it's due, but I've also altered the recipe somewhat so can share it without infringing on too much copyright law, at least I think!

Tuna Patties - Makes 4 patties (2 patties per serve)

Double the recipe if making for a family of 4.

Ingredients:

1 x 180g can of tuna in either springwater or oil (not brine). Drain well. If it's in oil drain it REALLY well. (I often place it in a small plastic sieve and use a spoon to squeeze the excess oil out)

2 tablespoons spring onions (shallots) diced

2 tablespoons of flaxseed meal (found at health food shops)

1 tablespoon of mayonaise

1 egg, lightly beaten

1 clove of garlic (cook slightly in a pan with a drop of oil, before adding, if you do not wish it to be overpowering)

2 tablespoons of parmasan cheese

salt and pepper to taste. I also add a small amount of paprika on occasion which is also nice.

Method:

Add all ingredients to bowl with tuna and stir to combine well.

Heat some olive oil in a fry pan over medium low heat.

Spoon mixture into heated oil. Smooth with the spoon to make pattie shapes

Allow to cook well and slowly until it becomes brown around the edges, then flip patties and brown on the other side.

Place onto paper towel to drain once cooked.

Serve with salad or these can even be used on burgers

ENJOY!!! and be sure to leave a comment if you tried them out and let us know if you liked them or not!