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Canned Tuna Nuggets Pinoy Food Guide
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Canned Tuna Nuggets Recipe

A creative quick and easy dish made from canned tuna (de lata) and Skyflakes (crackers)
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: Canned Tuna
Servings: 12
Calories: 44kcal

Equipment

  • Frying Pan

Ingredients

  • 1 can of tuna flakes in oil, oil drained
  • 2 packs of crackers
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 pc small onion, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Crush the crackers while it is still inside the pack using a rolling pin any hard object.
  • In a large bowl, add-in the crackers, tuna flakes, chopped onions, and all-purpose flour. Mix them well.
  • Add salt and pepper to the mixture and mix until all the ingredients are well-incorporated.
  • Scoop 1 tbsp of the mixture and compress until the ingredients form a nugget. Form it into a rectangle with ½ inch height for easy cooking.
  • Repeat the previous step for the rest of the ingredients.
  • Prepare a frying pan and pour-in some cooking oil. Apply low to medium heat and wait until it is hot.
  • Add-in the nuggets and fry them until it is golden brown.
  • Flip the nuggets and let it fry once more. Do this until all the sides are golden brown.
  • Prepare a serving tray or serving plate and place a paper towel on it to absorb the excess oil. Then transfer the tuna nuggets to the plate.
  • Prepare a sauce or dip of your choice. Serve and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Canned Tuna Nuggets Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 44 Calories from Fat 15
% Daily Value*
Fat 1.7g3%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 5mg2%
Sodium 25mg1%
Potassium 66mg2%
Carbohydrates 2.6g1%
Fiber 0.3g1%
Sugar 0.4g0%
Protein 4.3g9%
Calcium 5mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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