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Crispy Tuna and Potato Patties with Yogurt-Dill Sauce

A quick and flavorful recipe made from pantry staples like canned tuna and potatoes, served with a refreshing yogurt sauce — perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a party appetizer!

Ingredients
    For the Patties:
  • 700 grams potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • Salt (for boiling and seasoning)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • Fresh dill (or parsley, optional), finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • 1 can of tuna (in brine or oil), well drained
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • egg
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (more if needed)
  • Extra flour (for shaping)
  • Oil (for frying)
    • For the Yogurt Sauce:
  • 1 small cucumber, grated and well drained
  • 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • Fresh dill (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
Instructions
  1. Prepare the Potatoes
    1. Place 700 g cubed potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover them.
    2. Add salt, bring to a boil, and cook until tender.
    3. Drain and place them in a large bowl.
  2. Mix the Patties
    1. Add to the bowl:
      • 2–3 tbsp Parmesan
      • 1 drained can of tuna
      • Chopped onion
      • Chopped dill or parsley
      • Salt and black pepper to taste
    2. Mash everything together until you get a smooth paste.
    3. Add 1 egg and 3–4 tbsp flour, mix until the consistency allows you to form balls.
      • Add more flour if the mixture is too soft.
  3. Shape and Fry
    1. Flour a plate and lightly flour your hands.
    2. Take portions of the mixture and form small patties or balls.
    3. Heat oil in a pan and fry patties for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Make the Sauce
    1. Grate 1 small cucumber, squeeze out excess liquid.
    2. In a bowl, mix:
      • The grated cucumber
      • 2–3 tbsp yogurt
      • Chopped dill
      • Salt to taste
    3. Stir well and chill until ready to serve.
    Serve the crispy tuna and potato patties hot, paired with the cool cucumber-yogurt sauce for dipping.
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