Tomato-infused Tuna Turnovers
Empanadillas de AtúnEmbracing the Spanish tradition of empanadillas, these tuna turnovers are perfect bite-sized delights with a delightful tomato twist. The flaky empanada dough encases a savory filling of tuna, tomatoes, and spices. Best enjoyed fresh from the fryer, they make for an irresistible tapa.
Ingrediënten
Empanada Dough:
- Use your preferred recipe or store-bought dough
Ingredients for Filling:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped (about ⅔ cup)
- 1 garlic clove finely chopped
- One 7-ounce jarred white or light meat tuna, drained and flaked
- ¼ cup finely chopped tomato
- 5 tablespoons tomato sauce
- 1 pimiento finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- Kosher or sea salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 large hard-boiled egg finely chopped
For Frying:
- Olive oil
Instructies
- Prepare or obtain the empanada dough.
- Roll it out to a thickness of ⅛ inch and cut into 3-inch rounds using an empanadilla or biscuit cutter.
- For the filling: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is softened and transparent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the tuna, chopped tomato, tomato sauce, pimiento, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for approximately 10 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped hard-boiled egg and let the mixture cool.
- Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of each dough round.
- Fold the dough over and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Heat at least 1 inch of oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat or use a deep fryer set at 375°F.
- Confirm the oil temperature by browning a cube of bread quickly.
- Carefully place the turnovers in the oil and cook, turning once, until they are lightly golden (about 2 minutes).
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the turnovers to paper towels to drain.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve the hot tomato-infused tuna turnovers immediately for a delicious and authentic Spanish tapa experience.
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