Bonito Empanada Delight
Tuna Pie
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings as a main course or 6 as an appetizer
- 1 recipe Empanada Dough
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium green bell peppers thinly sliced
- 2 medium onions thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves finely chopped
- One 7-ounce can white or light meat tuna drained and flaked
- ¼ cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 large egg lightly beaten (for brushing)
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Follow the instructions for preparing the Empanada Dough, allowing it to rise.
- While the dough rises, heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced bell peppers, cover, and cook until they soften.
- Add the onions, garlic, flaked tuna, and tomato sauce.
- Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the water and season with salt and pepper.
Assemble the Pie:
- Divide the risen dough into 2 equal parts and roll each part into a rectangle measuring approximately 15 x 10 inches.
- Place one rectangle on a greased baking sheet of the same size.
- Spread the prepared tuna filling evenly over the dough and cover it with the second dough rectangle.
- Roll up the edges and press them to seal well.
- Cut several slits in the top crust.
- Allow the assembled pie to sit for 20 minutes in a warm place, such as an oven turned off.
Bake and Serve:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush the top of the dough with the beaten egg.
- Bake the pie for 20 to 30 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve the tuna pie hot or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 400 kcal
