Two Easy Tuna Recipes: Cheesy Tuna Omelette & Crispy Tuna Patties
This recipe features a quick and savory tuna omelette made with eggs, tender tuna, fresh herbs, and juicy tomatoes. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish where fluffy eggs are enriched with olive-oil-packed tuna, gently cooked garlic, and lightly fried tomatoes. Finished with a sprinkle of cheese, this omelette delivers a comforting balance of protein, freshness, and mild spice—perfect for a fast meal any time of day.
Alongside the omelette, the recipe also includes crispy tuna patties that are packed with bold flavors. Made with canned tuna, eggs, fresh ginger, herbs, lemon zest, and a touch of chili, these patties are pan-fried until golden and served with a creamy, spicy mayonnaise sauce. Together, these two tuna-based dishes offer versatile, flavorful options using simple pantry ingredients.
Two Easy Tuna Recipes: Cheesy Tuna Omelette & Crispy Tuna Patties
Course: MainCuisine: FusionDifficulty: Easy4
servings10
minutes15
minutes350
kcalIngredients
- Tuna Omelette
4 eggs
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 can tuna in olive oil (140 g / 4.94 oz), drained
Chives, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tomatoes, sliced
Cheese, for topping
- Tuna Patties
2 cans tuna, drained
2 eggs, beaten
Small piece fresh ginger, grated
Chives, chopped
Handful of parsley, chopped
Zest of 1 lemon
Salt (if tuna is unsalted)
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 tsp chili powder
Oil, for frying
- Sauce
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp hot sauce
Directions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture
Crack 4 eggs into a bowl and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Beat the eggs until smooth. Drain one can of tuna and add it to the eggs along with chopped chives. Mix until everything is well combined. - Cook the Tomato Base
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until soft and fragrant. Add sliced tomatoes, season lightly with salt, and fry for about 1 minute on each side. - Cook the Tuna Omelette
Pour the egg and tuna mixture over the tomatoes. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook over low heat for about 6 minutes, until the omelette is set. Sprinkle cheese on top just before serving and serve immediately. - Prepare the Tuna Patty Mixture
Drain two cans of tuna and place in a bowl. Add 2 beaten eggs, grated fresh ginger, chopped chives, parsley, lemon zest, salt (if needed), black pepper, and chili powder. Mix well until evenly combined. - Fry the Tuna Patties
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Shape the tuna mixture into small patties and fry for about 2 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. - Make the Sauce and Serve
Mix mayonnaise with hot sauce in a small bowl. Serve the tuna patties hot with the sauce on the side.
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Notes
- Be sure to drain the tuna well to avoid excess moisture, which helps both the omelette and patties hold their texture perfectly.
