Updated Tuna Patties with Lemon Dill Sauce
Mom’s tuna patties have always been a favorite and are a true example of “comfort food.” I don’t think there is any better pairing with macaroni and cheese! When I went to make them the other night, I found that I had all ingredients except for one thing– the celery. Rather than give up on the craving, I decided to get inventive. In place of the celery, I cut up some fresh asparagus that I had in the fridge. I have to say that the results were perfect. As much as I love the traditional tuna patties, this had a nice flavor that I would definitely go for again. I think it might be a new permanent replacement in my recipe book! Otherwise, the recipe is basically identical to Mom’s. i’ve included it here anyway for convenience. (You can see from the picture that even Josh got in on the action! He loved them!)
Asparagus Tuna Patties with Lemon Dill Sauce
2 small cans tuna, drained
1 cup bread crumbs
1 cup finely chopped asparagus
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 tsp dry mustard
Lemon Dill Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp lemon juice
dried dill to taste
Drain and flake tuna. Stir in bread crumbs, asparagus, onion, mayo, eggs, and mustard. Shape into 12 patties. Cook in greased skillet for 8-10 minutes, turning once. For sauce, combine mayo, lemon juice, and dill weed. Mix well and spoon over tuna patties.
Yum!!! I’ve been craving tuna patties, but unfortunately, tuna is one thing that Marcus refuses to eat! I may have to make these for Jake and I one day for lunch! When I first saw the picture, I thought you used green onion, as I never would have thought to try asparagus, but it sounds really good!