Ingredients and Weight:
- Tuna from can: 200 grams (broken into pieces)
- Plain flour: 1/2 cup
- Breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup
- Egg: 2 ( beaten)
- Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp for frying
- Salt and pepper: To season
- Mayonnaise or ketchup: For serving (optional)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a bowl, combine the beaten egg and season with salt and pepper.
- In another bowl, mix the flour and breadcrumbs together.
- Dredge the tuna pieces in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with more breadcrumbs.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the tuna pieces until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the fried tuna to a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to ensure thorough cooking.
- Serve hot with a side of mayonnaise or ketchup, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on average values)
Calories: Approximately 400-500 calories per serving (depending on the amount of oil used for frying)
Protein: 25-30 grams
Fat: 20-30 grams (including saturated fat)
Carbohydrates: 20-30 grams (from flour and breadcrumbs)
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside.
- Easy to prepare with readily available ingredients.
- Can be customized with different dipping sauces or toppings.
- A great way to transform canned tuna into a more appetizing dish.
User Comments:
- "This is a great way to use up leftover canned tuna! The coating is crispy and the dish is quite filling."
- "I love the combination of the breadcrumbs and egg in the coating. It gives the dish a nice crunch."
- "The baking step ensures that the tuna is cooked through without being overcooked."
- "A great dish for a quick meal or as a side dish for a larger meal."
- "I added a bit of chili sauce to the mayonnaise for a spicy kick, really enjoyed it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overcrowd the frying pan, as this can lower the temperature of the oil and result in uneven frying.
- Adjust the amount of breadcrumbs and flour based on your preference for a thicker or thinner coating.
- If you want to reduce the fat content, you can air fry or bake the tuna pieces instead of using oil for frying.