Bolinho de atum

Ingredientes

• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 15 ounces canned tuna in water (drained)
• 1/4 cup onion (small diced)
• 3 tablespoons celery (small diced)
• Crushed red pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped (for garnish))
• Preferred sauce for serving

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Whisk base: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and lemon juice together. Stir in breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese until the mixture becomes pasty.

2. 2

   Fold ingredients: Fold in the drained tuna, onion, celery, crushed red pepper, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Shape patties: Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch thick patties.

4. 4

   Fry patties: Add the vegetable oil to a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the patties for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches if needed.

5. 5

   Garnish: Serve with fresh chopped parsley as a garnish and any desired sauce.