Ingredients

• 2 7-oz. cans tuna, drained and flaked
• 2 large fresh eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
• 1/4 cup oil for frying (or as needed)
• 4 hamburger buns, toasted
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise (optional)
• 1/4 cup salsa (optional)

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, combine tuna, eggs, tortilla chips, cilantro, bell pepper, lemon juice and taco seasoning. Stir well with a fork, flaking large chunks of tuna as needed. Divide mixture evenly into 3 or 4 portions and form each into patties. (Note: Larger hamburger buns will usually require larger patties, resulting in 3 patties rather than 4.)

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When oil is hot, add tuna patties and saute for about 2 minutes on each side, or until patties turn golden brown.

Serve on tosted hamburger buns spread with mayonnaise and/or salsa, and top with our choice of shredded lettuce, red bell pepper rings, tomato slices, avocado slices, and/or guacamole.