Empanada de Bonito
Tuna Pie
Ingrediënten
Makes 4 Servings as a Main Course or 6 as an Appetizer
- 1 recipe Empanada Dough
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium green bell peppers cut into thin strips
- 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
Instructies
- Prepare the Empanada Dough.
- While the dough is rising, heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add the green bell peppers, cover, and cook until they soften.
- Add the sliced onions, garlic, tuna, and tomato sauce.
- Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the water and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Divide the dough into 2 equal parts and roll each into a 15 x 10-inch rectangle.
- Place one rectangle on a greased baking sheet of the same size.
- Spread the filling over the dough and cover it with the second dough rectangle.
- Roll up the edges and press to seal well.
- Cut several slits in the top crust.
- Allow it to sit for 20 minutes in a warm place.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush the dough with the beaten egg wash and bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until the pie is golden.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve the Tuna Pie either hot or at room temperature.
Enjoy your homemade Empanada de Bonito!
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