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Tuna Burgers

Tuna Burgers with Tahini Cabbage Salad

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Serves: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh tuna, I used albacore
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, use gluten-free if needed
  • 1/3 red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1.5 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp mayo
  • 2 tbsp chopped pickled jalapenos, or use 1 fresh chopped jalapeno
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Oil, to grill the burgers

Spicy Tahini Cabbage Slaw

  • 3 cups shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded kale
  • 2 large carrots, thinly sliced
  • Juice from 1/2 a lemon
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 1 -2 tsp sriracha
  • Salt u0026 pepper, to taste

Serve with

  • Chipotle Mayo

Directions

  1. Prepare the tahini cabbage salad by combining everything together in a bowl. Season lightly with salt u0026 pepper and set it aside to let it sit in the dressing while you prepare your burgers.
  2. Grind your fish in a food processor, or chop it up with a sharp knife until its minced. Transfer it to a bowl.
  3. Add in all of the burger ingredients to the bowl and combine well with your hands or a rubber spatula to make sure it gets evenly incorporated. Form 5 palm sized patties.
  4. Heat a large skillet on medium heat, then add in a little olive oil or cooking spray. Cook the burgers for about 4- 5 minutes per side until browned.
  5. Serve with a side of cabbage slaw and your favorite dipping sauce!
  6. Leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months, or refrigerated for up to 3 days.