Quick Tuna Fish Cakes
Crispy tuna patties made with mashed potato for an easy, budget-friendly meal.
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 500 g frozen mashed potato
- 425 g large tin tuna drained
- 1 tablespoon Italian herbs fresh or dried
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the mash according to packet directions.
- Mix the mash, tuna, and herbs together in a bowl. Shape into small patties.
- Heat a little olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Cook the fish cakes for 3–4 minutes each side until golden and crispy.
- Serve with salad or frozen vegetables.
- Tip: A spoonful of sweet chilli makes a delicious sauce.
Notes
UPF-Friendly Swaps
To keep this recipe closer to minimally processed foods, choose:
- Tinned tuna packed in spring water or olive oil
- Plain frozen mashed potato made primarily from potato and milk
- Sweet chilli with no thickeners.