Thai Tuna Patties Cilantro Slaw (Printer-Friendly)
Flavorful Thai-inspired tuna patties with fresh cilantro cabbage slaw - a simple, high-protein meal using minimal ingredients.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ For the slaw
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½ cup shredded carrots
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½ cup shredded cabbage
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¼ cup chopped cilantro
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 teaspoon coconut sugar
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
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Salt
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Freshly ground pepper
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A few dashes of hot sauce
→ For the burgers
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2 (5 ounce) cans Genova Yellowfin Tuna
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1 egg
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1 tablespoon coconut flour
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¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro
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½ tablespoon freshly grated ginger
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ teaspoon turmeric
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon coconut oil
→ For topping
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1 avocado, sliced
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4 whole wheat or gluten-free hamburger buns
# Steps to Prepare:
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In a small bowl combine shredded carrots, cabbage, cilantro, apple cider vinegar, coconut sugar, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Mix well and let it marinate for a few minutes.
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In a medium bowl, combine tuna, egg, coconut flour, cilantro, ginger, garlic, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Break up the tuna with a fork and mix thoroughly until well combined.
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Use your hands to form four even-sized patties. If the mixture doesn't hold together well, refrigerate for 5-10 minutes to firm up.
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Heat coconut oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the patties to the skillet and cook for 2-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Flip carefully and cook the other side for an additional 2-4 minutes.
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Transfer the patties to buns or lettuce wraps. Top with avocado slices and the cilantro cabbage slaw. Serve with extra hot sauce, aioli, or mayo as desired.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Refrigerate patties briefly if they are not holding together before cooking.
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Customize the slaw spice level with additional hot sauce to taste.