SPICY TUNA BURGERS

These patties may be eaten with a low-carb side or made into a sandwich. If using as a sandwich, use whole grain or low/carb rolls, split.

1 can (6 oz) tuna, drained and flaked

1 egg

1/2 cup Italian-seasoned fine bread crumbs

1/3 cup finely chopped onion

1/4 cup finely chopped celery

1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper

1/4 cup olive oil mayonnaise

2 tbsp chili sauce

1/tsp dill weed

1/4 tsp salt, optional

1/8 tsp black pepper

Dash of hot sauce

Dash of Worcestershire sauce

In a bowl, combine all ingredients and mix together well. Shape mixture into 4 even-sized patties (this is a soft mixture). 

Coat a nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray and fry patties in the pan 3 to 4 minutes per side or until cooked through.

Serve with sliced tomato and lettuce leaves either on the plate or on the bun, if using.

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