Tuna with egg in pastry sheets

Delicious Tuna in Phyllo Dough Recipe

Total time: 45 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Number of servings: 4

This tuna in phyllo dough recipe is perfect for a quick dinner, full of flavor and delicious textures. The combination of succulent tuna with crispy phyllo sheets is sure to impress family and friends. Let's get started!

Ingredients:
- 2 cans of tuna in oil or water (about 300 g)
- 6 sheets of phyllo (or baklava sheets)
- 100 g feta cheese or cottage cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 bunch of fresh parsley, chopped (or dill, to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 50 g melted butter (or olive oil, for a healthier option)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 195°C. This is the ideal temperature to achieve crispy, golden sheets, perfectly baked.

2. Open the cans of tuna, drain the liquid, and transfer the tuna into a large bowl. Use a fork to break the tuna into small shreds. This step is essential to ensure an even texture in the filling.

3. Add the chopped onion, garlic, feta cheese (or cottage cheese), and parsley to the bowl with tuna. Mix the ingredients well, ensuring everything is evenly distributed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. It is recommended to taste the mixture before adding salt, as feta cheese can already be salty.

4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg. This will help bind the ingredients and add a richness to the filling.

5. Now we move on to assembling the dish. Take a sheet of phyllo and brush it with melted butter. Place another sheet on top and repeat the process, alternating with butter, until you have a base of 3 sheets. This layer will ensure a crispy and delicious texture.

6. Evenly distribute the tuna mixture over the entire surface of the phyllo sheet. Fold the edges of the sheet to seal the filling and roll the sheet into a log shape or fold it into individual shapes, depending on your preference.

7. Place the rolls or pastries in a baking tray, greased with a little butter or oil. Brush the top with the remaining egg for a golden and shiny color.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the sheets turn golden and crispy. The aroma that will fill the kitchen is simply irresistible!

9. Let the pastries cool slightly before cutting them. Serve them warm alongside a fresh salad or a yogurt sauce with mint to add a refreshing contrast.

Helpful suggestions:
- If you want to add a spicy note, try adding a few slices of chili pepper to the filling.
- You can experiment with different types of cheese or even sautéed vegetables to vary the recipe and adapt it to your tastes.
- This recipe can also be made with salmon or sardines for a delicious alternative.

Tuna in phyllo dough is an excellent choice for a quick dinner or an elegant appetizer, full of flavor and contrasting textures. Enjoy every bite!

 Ingredients: 6 servings, 1 can of tuna 297g, 100g of grated cheese of your choice, a bit of parsley or coriander, salt, pepper, 6 sheets of pastry for brushing, 6 eggs.