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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Tuna Empanadas

Cultural Context

Tuna empanadas are a beloved snack in Spain, often enjoyed as tapas or a quick meal. They showcase the Mediterranean's love for seafood and the versatility of empanadas, which can be filled with various ingredients. These savory pastries are popular at gatherings and celebrations, reflecting the Spanish tradition of sharing food with family and friends. Today, they are enjoyed in many variations around the world, adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lata de lomitos de atún en aceite de girasol de 160 g
1 cda de pimiento rojo
1 cda de pimiento verde
1 cda de cebolla colorada
1 cda de zucchini
1 cda de nabo
1 pzc de sal
1 pzc de pimienta
1 pzc curry
1 tortilla de harina de trigo
1 cda queso cheddar

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned salmon provides healthy omega-3s, while sardines are often less expensive.

empanada dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat dough

💰Cheaper: store-bought pie crust

Whole wheat dough adds fiber, while pie crust is a budget-friendly option.

1

Prepare the filling by mixing the tuna, red pepper, green pepper, red onion, zucchini, and turnip in a bowl.

2

Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and curry to taste.

3

Place a portion of the filling onto the tortilla and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.

4

Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal.

5

Cook the empanadas on a griddle until golden brown on both sides.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbakingfrying

Equipment Needed

griddle

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishegggluten

Also Known As

Empanadas de AtúnTuna Turnovers
Local Name: Empanadas de Atún

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