Here’s a full, easy recipe for Crispy & Cheesy Tuna Melt Patties — crispy outside, soft and cheesy inside. Perfect for snacks, burgers, or sandwiches. 🧀🐟🔥
🧀 Crispy & Cheesy Tuna Melt Patties
🕒 Time
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Cook: 10–12 minutes
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Total: ~20 minutes
🍽 Servings
Makes 6–8 patties
🧂 Ingredients
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2 cans tuna (in water or oil), drained well
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
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½ cup breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
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1 egg
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2 tbsp mayonnaise
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2 tbsp finely chopped onion
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1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
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2–3 tbsp oil or butter for frying
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the mixture
In a large bowl combine:
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drained tuna
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mozzarella
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cheddar
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breadcrumbs
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egg
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mayonnaise
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onion
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parsley
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garlic powder
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salt, pepper, paprika
Mix everything until well combined.
2️⃣ Shape the patties
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Scoop about 2–3 tablespoons of mixture.
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Shape into round patties.
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Lightly coat each patty with extra breadcrumbs.
3️⃣ Cook the patties
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
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Place patties in the pan.
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Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
4️⃣ Serve
Remove and place on paper towels.
Serve hot with:
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garlic mayo
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ketchup
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spicy sauce
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in burgers or wraps
🔥 Optional Add-ins (for extra flavor)
You can mix in:
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diced jalapeños
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sweet corn
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green onions
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small diced bell peppers
✅ Tip: If mixture feels too soft, add 1–2 tbsp more breadcrumbs.
If you want, I can also give you:
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Air fryer tuna patties recipe
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Healthy baked tuna patties
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Restaurant-style tuna melt sandwich using these patties 😋