Tortuga Tuna Croquettes with Ginger Lime Creme Fraiche

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Tortuga Tuna Croquettes with Ginger Lime Creme Fraiche are a seafood lover's dream. Packed with flaky canned tuna, creamy mashed potatoes, and fragrant parsley, the croquettes are coated in a golden breadcrumb crust for irresistible crunch. The dipping sauce—a luxurious creme fraiche infused with zesty lime and warm, aromatic ginger—elevates these croquettes to gourmet status. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for dinner parties, appetizers, or even a satisfying main course. Serve warm with a sprinkle of extra parsley and lime wedges for a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that’s guaranteed to impress. Perfect for those seeking tuna croquette recipes, crispy appetizers, or zingy lime dipping sauces.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 320 grams canned tuna (drained)
• 200 grams potato (boiled and mashed)
• 0.5 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 2 large eggs
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 500 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 cup creme fraiche
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mashed potato, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture holds together.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into 12 evenly-sized croquettes (about golf ball size), then flatten them slightly into patties. Set aside.

Step 3

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Dredge each croquette in the flour, dip it into the egg, and coat it completely with breadcrumbs. Place on a plate and repeat with the remaining croquettes.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). If you don’t have a thermometer, test with a small piece of bread – it should sizzle and turn golden in about 10 seconds.

Step 6

Fry the croquettes in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each side for about 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 7

For the creme fraiche, whisk together the creme fraiche, grated ginger, lime zest, and lime juice in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed.

Step 8

Serve the tuna croquettes warm with the ginger lime creme fraiche on the side for dipping. Garnish with extra parsley or lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1745.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6909.4

Total Fat 622.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 140.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 746.4mg	0%
Sodium 6100.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 137.0g	0%

Vitamin D 338IU	0%
Calcium 452.0mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 2401.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.2%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 14.2%