Tuna Patties in 30 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Place the drained tuna in a fine mesh strainer and press firmly with a spoon to remove every drop of excess water. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
2. Add the beaten egg, almond flour, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard to the tuna. Stir until the mixture is cohesive.
3. Fold in the diced celery, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until the aromatics are evenly distributed.
4. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Scoop roughly 3 tbsp of mixture per patty, flatten into discs, and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until a mahogany-colored crust forms.
5. Alternatively, preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange patties in a single layer and cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6. Transfer patties to a wire rack for 2 minutes to maintain the crispness of the crust.