Description
Creamy tuna egg bread offers a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors and comfort. Packed with protein and simple ingredients, this quick sandwich satisfies hunger while delivering rich, savory notes you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans tuna
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups bread flour
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp dried herbs (mixed)
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, salt, black pepper, and dried herbs, creating a uniform dry mixture.
- Drain the tuna thoroughly and flake it into small, even pieces using a fork.
- Crack the eggs into a separate bowl and whisk until well blended and slightly frothy.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the whisked eggs, milk, and olive oil.
- Gradually incorporate the liquid ingredients into the flour mixture, stirring until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Fold the flaked tuna into the dough, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm area for approximately 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf or desired bread form.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and let the shaped dough rest for an additional 15-20 minutes.
- Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Drain tuna completely to prevent excess moisture from making the dough soggy and affecting bread texture.
- Select high-protein bread flour for better gluten development and a more robust, chewy bread structure.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for more vibrant, intense flavor profile in the bread.
- Adjust egg-to-flour ratio if you prefer a lighter or denser bread consistency, experimenting with quantities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg