Tuna Vol-Au-Vents Recipe 🐟🥐
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: 569.3
Description:
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Tuna Vol-Au-Vents recipe! A delightful blend of tuna casserole nestled in flaky pastry shells, perfect for a cozy dinner or elegant appetizer. Versatile and easy to customize, this dish promises a satisfying experience for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of tuna
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons plain flour
- 600 ml milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 4 vol-au-vent pastry shells
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. |
| 2 | Add canned tuna to the saucepan and continue cooking for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. |
| 3 | Sprinkle plain flour over the tuna mixture, stirring constantly to incorporate, and cook for another minute until the flour is well combined and slightly golden. |
| 4 | Slowly pour in the milk while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Season with salt, pepper, and curry powder, adjusting to taste preferences. Add corn kernels to the mixture, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. |
| 5 | Reduce the heat to low and let the tuna casserole simmer gently for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop and the sauce to thicken further. |
| 6 | Meanwhile, preheat your oven to a moderate temperature. Arrange the vol-au-vent pastry shells on a baking tray, ready to be filled. |
| 7 | Carefully spoon the prepared tuna mixture into each vol-au-vent shell until they are generously filled. |
| 8 | Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of each filled vol-au-vent, ensuring an even distribution. |
| 9 | Transfer the baking tray to the preheated oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the pastry shells are golden brown and crispy, approximately 10-12 minutes. |
| 10 | Once baked to perfection, remove the Tuna Vol-Au-Vents from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired, and enjoy this savory delight with friends and family! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 569.3
- Fat: 35.1g
- Saturated Fat: 14.3g
- Cholesterol: 61mg
- Sodium: 385.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 41.9g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 1.6g
- Protein: 22.7g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or spices to the tuna mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Serve these Tuna Vol-Au-Vents as a delicious appetizer for parties or as a main course accompanied by a fresh salad for a satisfying meal.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
