Tuna Burgers with Ginger and Soy

Elevate your burger game with these flavorful Tuna Burgers with Ginger and Soy, a modern twist on traditional patties that highlights the fresh, delicate taste of tuna. Infused with savory soy sauce, zingy fresh ginger, and aromatic sesame oil, these burgers pack Asian-inspired flair into every bite. The addition of bread crumbs and an egg ensures a perfect, tender texture, while green onions and garlic provide a boost of freshness and depth. Quickly pan-fried to golden perfection and served on lightly toasted buns, these patties are equally delicious with classic toppings like lettuce and tomato or a dollop of creamy mayonnaise. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is the perfect choice for a gourmet homemade dinner with a light, healthy twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Fresh tuna steak
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 60 grams Bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 large Egg
• 1 minced Garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 Burger buns
• 0 Optional toppings (lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the fresh tuna steak into smaller chunks and place them into a food processor. Pulse the tuna several times until it resembles ground meat. Do not overprocess; you want it to retain some texture.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground tuna with soy sauce, freshly grated ginger, finely chopped green onion, bread crumbs, sesame oil, one beaten egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients gently but thoroughly until they are well-combined. Avoid overmixing as it may affect the texture of the burgers.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and form into burger patties about 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) thick. Place the patties on a plate, cover with clingfilm, and refrigerate for 15 minutes. This helps the patties firm up and makes them easier to handle when cooking.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the tuna patties to the pan.

Step 6

Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown on the outside and cooked through in the center. Be gentle when flipping the patties to prevent them from breaking apart.

Step 7

Lightly toast the burger buns in a dry skillet or under a broiler for a couple of minutes until warm and slightly crispy.

Step 8

Assemble the tuna burgers by placing the cooked patties onto the bottom halves of the burger buns. Add optional toppings like lettuce, tomato slices, and a dollop of mayonnaise, then cover with the top halves of the buns.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Tuna Burgers with Ginger and Soy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	853.8 grams (853.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1812

Total Fat 77.40g	99%
Saturated Fat 14.40g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.60g
Cholesterol 391mg	130%
Sodium 3787mg	165%
Total Carbohydrate 130.60g	47%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 13.90g
Protein 135.40g	271%

Vitamin D 1075IU	5377%
Calcium 360mg	28%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 2943mg	63%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 29.7%