These fritters are a quick, simple, and tasty way to get some extra protein. Despite being fried, they are a relatively healthy meal option and fit into a low carb lifestyle. You can make these using canned tuna, salmon, a combination of both, or any other canned fish. I prefer to use a mix of tuna and Costco’s canned salmon, which is wild caught and has no skin or bones to pick through. As always, feel free to customize this to your preferences! You can add all sorts of seasonings to change the flavor profile, and they taste delicious with a variety of sauces (my favorite is a mix of Dijon and sour cream). This recipe yields between 8-12 fritters depending on how big you make them.

Ingredients:

3 cans of tuna, salmon, or other canned fish

2 Tbsp mayonnaise

1 Tbsp Dijon mustard

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons of lemon juice

¼ cup almond flour

2 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

½ tsp salt

2 Tbsp herbs, such as chives, parsley or dill

½ cup cheese Oil for frying (avocado oil is the best healthy oil for frying, but you can use olive oil too.)

Directions:

• Open and drain canned fish.

• Add all ingredients except the oil into a medium mixing bowl. Mix well until thoroughly combined.

• In a large skillet, heat oil on medium.

• When oil is hot enough for frying, form mixture into small patties (2 to 3 inches in diameter). Fry patties for 3-4 minutes on each side.

• Briefly place fritters on a plate lined with a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Serve warm with lemon, tartar sauce, or any other preferred sauce.