Tuna Melt Sandwich

Indulge in the comforting and savory delight of a Tuna Melt Sandwich. Perfect for a casual lunch or light dinner, this classic dish combines the creamy, savory flavors of tuna salad topped with bubbling melted cheese, all nestled between crispy slices of bread. In this recipe, we add an exciting twist with Japanese mayo, relish, and jalapeños to give it that extra zing!

Ingredients

🐟 1 can of tuna
🥚 2 boiled eggs, chopped
🥄 3 tablespoons Japanese mayo
🥒 2 tablespoons relish
🌶️ 1 small jalapeño, chopped
🧅 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
🧂 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
⚫ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🍞 4 slices of bread
🧀 4 slices of cheese (cheddar or your choice)
🧈 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

1- Prepare the Tuna Mixture:

• Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
• Add the chopped boiled eggs, Japanese mayo, relish, chopped jalapeño, and red onion to the bowl.
• Season the mixture with sea salt and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are combined and the mixture reaches a creamy consistency.

2- Assemble the Sandwiches:

• Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
• On the non-buttered side of two slices, evenly spread the prepared tuna mixture.
• Add a slice of cheese on top of the tuna mixture on each sandwich.
• Close the sandwiches with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side facing out.

3- Cook the Tuna Melt Sandwiches:

• Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
• Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side, or until golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
• Carefully flip the sandwiches and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side, ensuring the cheese is fully melted and the bread is crispy.

4- Serve:

• Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and cut them in half diagonally.
• Serve immediately and enjoy the deliciously gooey, hearty Tuna Melt Sandwich.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories per Serving: Approximately 450 kcal
Proteins: 27g
Fats: 28g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Equipment: Skillet, Mixing bowl

Cooking Tips

• For an extra kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the tuna mixture.
• If you prefer a more traditional taste, substitute Japanese mayo with regular mayonnaise.
• Use a panini press for an evenly grilled sandwich.

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Tuna Melt Sandwich