How to Make Tuna and Sardine Potato Salad (Portuguese Style) | Episode #1

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Canned mackerel is often less expensive and provides a similar texture.

canned sardines

🥗Healthier: canned anchovies

💰Cheaper: canned herring

Canned herring is a cost-effective alternative with similar flavor.

black olives

🥗Healthier: kalamata olives

💰Cheaper: green olives

Green olives are usually cheaper and can provide a different flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive and can be used for similar purposes.

Peel the potatoes and chop them into cubes.

Peel the onion and chop it as well.

Boil water in a large pot and add the cubed potatoes.

Add mixed vegetables to the pot with the potatoes for decor and health benefits.

In a separate small pot, add the eggs and boil them gently, ensuring they don't crack.

Add salt to the boiling water for flavor.

Boil the potatoes for about 12-14 minutes until tender, checking occasionally with a fork.

Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and run cold water over them to stop the cooking process.

Let the potatoes cool for about 25 minutes, optionally placing them in the fridge.

Cut the boiled eggs into pieces for mixing into the salad.

Slice the fresh tomato into five slices for decoration, or chop it into cubes to add to the salad.

Add the chopped onion and black olives to the bowl.

Open and drain the cans of tuna and sardines, adding them to the bowl with the potatoes.

Transfer the mixture to a larger bowl if necessary for mixing.

Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg for seasoning.

Add extra virgin olive oil and mayonnaise to the mixture, adjusting quantities to taste.

Gently mix all ingredients until well combined, being careful not to mash the potatoes.

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