Carnivore Diet Tuna Melt Patties Recipe

Carnivore Diet Tuna Melt Patties Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cans of tuna in water or oil (drained well, about 5 oz each)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking and mixing)
• 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for a creamier texture)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
• 1/4 tsp onion powder (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1-2 tbsp butter (for frying)
• Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (adds flavor)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the tuna mixture:

   • In a large mixing bowl, add the drained tuna, shredded cheddar cheese, eggs, and heavy cream (if using).
   • Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste. If you like a stronger cheese flavor, you can add a bit of grated Parmesan cheese.
   • Mix everything together until it forms a thick, sticky mixture that can be easily shaped into patties. If the mixture feels too loose, you can add a bit more cheese or Parmesan to help bind it.

2. Form the patties:

   • Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties. You should get about 4 medium-sized patties, but you can make them smaller or larger, depending on your preference.

3. Cook the patties:

   • Heat 1-2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is hot and melted, add the tuna patties to the skillet.
   • Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Make sure the patties are cooked through and the cheese inside has melted.

4. Optional tuna melt topping:

   • If you want to make it a tuna melt, once the patties are cooked on both sides, add an additional slice of cheese on top of each patty and cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes. This will allow the cheese to melt and create that classic “melt” effect.

5. Serve:

   • Once the cheese has melted and the patties are crispy and golden, remove them from the skillet and serve hot!

Tips:

• Extra crispy: For an even crispier texture, you can melt some butter in the skillet and cook the patties longer on each side.
• Cheese variations: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as mozzarella, gouda, or Swiss, to change the flavor profile.
• Serving suggestions: Serve with a side of crispy bacon or a few slices of avocado for extra fat and flavor.

These Carnivore Diet Tuna Melt Patties are perfect for a low-carb, high-fat meal. They’re packed with protein from the tuna and eggs and enriched with the creaminess of cheese and butter. Enjoy your savory tuna melt patties! 😋