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Creamy Garlic Tuna Pasta

Cultural Context

Creamy Garlic Tuna Pasta is a beloved dish in Spain, often made with pantry staples like canned tuna and pasta. This dish showcases the Mediterranean's love for simple yet flavorful meals, combining creamy textures with the umami of tuna. It's a quick and satisfying option for busy weeknights, reflecting the Spanish culinary tradition of making the most out of limited ingredients. Today, variations exist globally, with many adding vegetables or different types of seafood to enhance the dish.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 latas de atún (en agua o aceite)
250 g de pasta espagueti
2 dientes de ajo picados
Perejil o cilantro fresco al gusto
Zumo de 1 limón
Aceite de oliva
Hojuelas de pimiento rojo (opcional)
Sal y pimienta al gusto
Queso parmesano rallado (opcional para servir)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the chopped garlic until fragrant.

3

Add the canned tuna to the pan and mix well with the garlic.

4

Combine the cooked spaghetti with the tuna mixture.

5

Add lemon juice, fresh parsley or cilantro, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

6

Serve with optional red pepper flakes and grated Parmesan cheese.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milkfishwheat

Also Known As

Tuna PastaPasta con AtúnPasta con Ajo y Atún
Local Name: Pasta con atún y ajo cremoso

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