Tuna Empanada
Tuna Empanada is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHeat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat.
Add tomatoes, pepper, onion, and garlic; sprinkle with salt and pepper and sauté until vegetables are soft, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
Transfer to bowl.
Add tuna and sliced eggs; toss gently to distribute evenly.
Season filling with salt and pepper; set aside to cool completely.
Spray rimless baking sheet with nonstick spray.
Roll out 1 pastry sheet on floured surface to 12x16-inch rectangle.
Transfer to baking sheet.
Arrange ham over pastry, leaving 1-inch border.
Spread filling atop ham, leaving 1-inch border.
Brush pastry edges with beaten egg.
Roll out second pastry sheet to 12x15-inch rectangle.
Place atop filling, pressing on edges to seal.
Fold 1/2 inch of bottom pastry edge up over top pastry; crimp edges to seal.
Brush top with beaten egg.
Cut eight 2-inch slashes in top pastry.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead.
Cover; chill.
Preheat oven to 450°F.
Bake empanada uncovered until crust is browned and crisp, about 25 minutes.
Slide onto platter.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.