Tunisian Brik (Essential Mediterranean)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 0

Tunisian Brik: Delicious Mediterranean Tuna Pastry Recipe

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 ounces butter , melted
	1 small onion , finely chopped
	6 1/2 ounces tuna in vegetable oil , drained
	1 tablespoon capers , rinsed and chopped
	2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley , finely chopped
	2 tablespoons parmesan cheese , grated
	6 sheets phyllo pastry
	2 small eggs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

583

Sugar

Fat

47g

Tunisian Brik is a traditional pastry recipe in Tunisia and Mediterranean cuisine. It is a popular party dish or breakfast option. The pastry is very versatile, and the recipe can be modified with different ingredients such as potatoes or eggs. What makes the Tunisian Brik an essential Mediterranean recipe is the combination of flavors that captures the essence of the Mediterranean cuisine. The pastry's crispy texture and the tuna filling will take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey.

Instructions

1.	Melt the butter in a frying pan, then add the chopped onion and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
2.	Add the drained tuna and capers to the frying pan. Combine and let it cool.
3.	Add the parsley and Parmesan cheese to the tuna mixture. Combine all the ingredients and set aside.
4.	Lay out a sheet of phyllo pastry. Brush it lightly with melted butter and fold it in half. Brush again with melted butter. Repeat the process four more times so you have five layers of pastry.
5.	Spoon the tuna mixture into the center of the pastry. Fold the edges of the pastry up around the filling to create a square package.
6.	Crack one egg into a bowl then whisk. Brush the package with the whisked egg. Repeat the process for the second pastry.
7.	Heat up a frying pan. Place the two packages into the frying pan. Cook for around 5 minutes on each side until the pastry becomes golden brown in color.

PROS

Tunisian Brik is filling and packed with flavor.
The combination of tuna, capers, parsley, and Parmesan cheese will make your taste buds dance.
It is also perfect as a starter or a main course.
The phyllo pastry provides a crispy and flaky texture.

CONS

The pastry is a bit high in fat and calories due to the butter and the phyllo pastry.
In addition, it may not be suitable for individuals who have a tuna allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tunisian Brik offers a lot of health benefits. Tuna is an excellent source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. It is also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids that may offer numerous benefits such as reducing inflammation and improving heart health. Capers are rich in antioxidants and flavonoids that promote good health. Additionally, parsley is loaded with antioxidants that can boost your immunity and protect against several diseases.