Showing posts with label noodles. Show all posts
Showing posts with label noodles. Show all posts

Monday, 29 October 2007

Tuna, Tuna, and more Tuna.

What do you do when you have a million cans of tuna stocked up in your pantry, and are looking for something different and exciting? No, I am totally serious. I have what feels like a million cans of tuna. Really it isn't quite as versatile as something like chicken, and nothing like a piece of fresh tuna.

How did I end up with so much tuna you ask yourself? See I might have gone through a slight bird flu pandemic, paranoia phase last year. Consequently I started stock piling nonperishables by the box full. I know I need help, you can stop rolling on the floor with laughter. My Hubby thinks I am nuts, but did humor me through out the entire phase, and go with the flow.

Needless to say I am over it now, and trying to find interesting ways to use up this tuna. These little cakes were pretty good, we even got Lilly to take a bite of two (trust me that is a miracle). But my favorite part of this meal was by far the noodles...they will be seen again you can guarantee it!


Peanut Butter Thai Noodles:
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons chili sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces Udon noodles
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Cook noodles according to package directions, and drain.

In a small pot combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili sauce, and garlic in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking until peanut butter melts.

Pour over noodles, and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions.

Tuna cakes:
  • 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 3 green onions, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp teriyaki sauce
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • Oil for frying
In a large bowl, mix tuna, egg, bread crumbs, green onions, and garlic. Mix in soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, and pepper.

Divide mixture into about 6 patties approximately 1 inch thick. Lightly sprinkle each patty on all sides with cornmeal.

Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Fry each patty about 3-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.

Enjoy!