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The secret to a great tuna salad starts with the tuna itself. First and foremost, drain the tuna thoroughly to avoid a watery salad. Properly drained tuna allows all the flavors to come together without being soggy. Pressing down on the cans after opening can help get rid of excess liquid.
Mixing the Ingredients
After draining, add the tuna to a large mixing bowl. Follow with the soy sauce, sweet relish, celery salt, diced celery, and onion. It's important to mash the tuna until it's practically a paste; this helps meld all the flavors together. I recommend using your hands for this step; it ensures that you achieve the right consistency.