Tuna Empanada Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Tuna empanada is a delicious and savory pastry filled with a flavorful mixture of tuna, onions, bell peppers, and spices. The dough is flaky and golden, providing the perfect contrast to the rich filling. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or a main course, and it can be enjoyed hot or cold. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for a quick and tasty meal, tuna empanada is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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Ingredients for Tuna Empanada Recipe

  • 1/4 can Tuna, Drained
  • 1/4 Onion, Finely Chopped
  • 1/4 Bell Pepper, Finely Chopped
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • as needed Your Choice Of Spices
  • as per your need Empanada Dough

Directions: Tuna Empanada Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a pan, saut茅 onions and bell peppers until they are soft and translucent.
  • STEP 2.Add canned tuna, salt, pepper, and your choice of spices to the pan. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
  • STEP 3.Roll out the empanada dough and cut it into circles. Spoon the tuna mixture onto one half of each circle.
  • STEP 4.Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges by pressing them together with a fork.
  • STEP 5.Bake the empanadas in a preheated oven at 375掳F (190掳C) for about 20 minutes or until they are golden brown.
  • STEP 6.Serve the tuna empanadas hot or cold, and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • You can add additional ingredients like olives or cheese to the filling for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have empanada dough, you can use puff pastry or pie crust as a substitute.
  • To make the empanadas extra crispy, brush them with an egg wash before baking.

Storage and Serving

  • Tuna empanadas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, place the empanadas in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 10 minutes.
  • Serve the empanadas as an appetizer with a dipping sauce, or as a main course with a side salad.
Nutrition
value
145
calories per serving
7 g Fat18 g Protein3 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    7g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Carbs
    3g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    3g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    7g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    54mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    704mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    34mg
  • Vitamin B9
    738mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    27mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    60mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    225mg
  • Selenium
    25mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp