Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper, setting it aside for later use.
- Combine the coconut flour, tuna, tomato paste, egg, crushed garlic, chopped red chili, chopped red onion, black pepper, and sea salt in a mixing bowl, stirring until thoroughly mixed.
- Roll the tuna mixture carefully with your hands, flattening it into six equal-sized patties, and arrange them evenly on the prepared baking tray.
- Bake the Tomato & Tuna Burgers for approximately 10 minutes or until they are completely cooked through and firm to the touch.
- Place each of the baked Tomato & Tuna Burgers onto a crisp lettuce leaf to serve.
- Top each burger with sliced avocado, and sprinkle with the extra chili slices and fresh coriander before enjoying.
- Drain the tuna completely: For the firmest Tomato & Tuna Burgers, squeeze as much liquid out of your canned tuna as possible before mixing to prevent soggy patties.
- Let the mixture rest: Allow the raw mixture to sit for 5 minutes before forming your patties. This gives the coconut flour time to absorb excess moisture, acting as a stronger binder alongside the egg.
- Chill before baking: If the mixture feels too soft while shaping, place the formed patties in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before transferring them to the oven to help them hold their shape.
Customize the spice level: Adjust the finely chopped red chili to your preference, or add a dash of hot sauce directly into the tomato paste if you prefer a bolder kick.
