Tuna Brandade

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 3
Tuna Brandade Perfect for a Weekday Lunch or a Quick Snack
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g potatoes
1 cup skim milk
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 shallot , finely chopped
185 g tuna in water , drained
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup dill sprigs , roughly chopped
crostini , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
275
Sugar
2g
Fat
10g
Tuna Brandade is a classic French recipe that originated from the city of Nimes. Traditionally made with salt cod, this modern version uses canned tuna in water as a convenient alternative. The dish is easy to make and can be served as a dip with crackers, or as a topping on toasted bread. With a creamy texture and bold flavors, it's the perfect choice for a quick snack or a weekday lunch.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.Peel and chop the potatoes. Transfer them to a medium-sized saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10-12 minutes or until tender.
3.Drain the potatoes and transfer them back to the saucepan. Add skim milk and use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until smooth.
4.Heat olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot and cook until golden brown.
5.Roughly break the tuna into the frying pan and add dill sprigs. Pour white wine vinegar and stir well for 3-4 minutes.
6.Add the mashed potatoes to the frying pan and fold in the tuna mixture with a wooden spoon.
7.Transfer the tuna brandade mixture to a greased ovenproof dish and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
8.Serve hot with crostini on the side.

PROS

Light and healthy, Tuna Brandade is a versatile recipe that can be enjoyed as a weekday lunch or a quick snack.

Low in calories, the dish is rich in protein from the tuna and has a creamy texture from the mashed potatoes.

CONS

Some people might not enjoy the taste of tuna in water, which is used in this recipe.

The dish is also fairly high in carbohydrates due to the use of potatoes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tuna is a great source of low-fat protein and rich in omega-3 fatty acids that help to keep the heart healthy.
Garlic and shallot have antioxidant properties that can boost the immune system and protect against oxidative stress.
Potatoes are high in fiber that promotes good digestion and can help to maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

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