Onion Ring Tuna Pancake: A Delightful Dish for Newlyweds!
♥ [Newlywed’s Table] Onion Ring Tuna Pancake – Easy & Delicious Side Dish & Bar Snack
This special pancake features the rich flavor of tuna, encased in a crispy, sweet onion ring! It’s as beautiful as it is delicious, making it perfect for a newlywed’s table, a simple side dish, or a satisfying snack with drinks. The savory tuna and sweet onion create a universally loved flavor. Elevate your meals, whether for special occasions or everyday dining!
Ingredients- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium onion
- 1/3 carrot
- 1 handful chives (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon rice flour (or pancake mix)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the foundation of our delicious tuna pancake: the onion. Peel and thoroughly wash the onion. Slice it into rings about 0.5 cm thick. This size will keep the onion shape beautifully intact after cooking and create a perfect mold for the tuna filling. Gently use a spoon to hollow out the center of each ring slightly, creating a space for the filling.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the filling ingredients that will go inside the onion rings. Finely dice any remaining onion pieces and the carrot. The carrot adds color and a pleasant texture. Finely dicing the vegetables ensures they blend well with the tuna mixture.
Step 3
For an even richer flavor, you can add optional ingredients. Finely chop the chives after washing them. If you have other favorite vegetables like shiitake mushrooms, you can also finely dice and add them for a more complex texture and aroma. While optional, these additions truly enhance the taste.
Step 4
Time to make the tuna filling! Place the drained tuna in a bowl. Crack in the large egg. Add a pinch of salt, a pinch of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic for flavor enhancement. Seasoning the tuna well helps to eliminate any fishy odors and boosts its savory taste.
Step 5
To ensure the filling has the right consistency and doesn’t become too watery, add the binder. Add 1 tablespoon of rice flour or pancake mix to the bowl with the tuna and other ingredients. Mix everything thoroughly with chopsticks or a spatula until well combined. Rice flour will give a chewier texture, while pancake mix will yield a crispier pancake. Adjust the amount of flour slightly based on the desired batter consistency.
Step 6
Now, let’s start cooking the tuna pancakes. Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil or perilla oil. Once the pan is sufficiently hot, carefully place the prepared onion rings onto the pan. Gently press down on the onion rings to help them adhere to the pan, preventing the filling from leaking out.
Step 7
With the onion rings securely in the pan, use a spoon to carefully fill each ring with the prepared tuna mixture. Be careful not to overfill, as this can lead to uneven cooking or the filling spilling out. Cook over medium-low heat until the onion becomes translucent and the tuna filling is cooked through. Once one side is golden brown and crispy, carefully flip the pancake with a spatula and cook the other side until equally golden brown. Once both sides are beautifully cooked, your delicious Onion Ring Tuna Pancakes are ready! Serve with a side of ketchup for an extra touch of flavor.
