555 Tuna Afritada
Bring a delightful twist to a classic Filipino favorite with this easy and flavorful 555 Tuna Afritada recipe! Featuring the rich, savory goodness of 555 Tuna in Oil, this dish transforms hearty potatoes, sweet carrots, and vibrant red bell peppers into a comforting, tomato-based stew. Packed with the earthy sweetness of green peas and aromatic sautéed garlic and onions, this quick and budget-friendly meal is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or an elevated family lunch. Ready in under an hour and ideal for serving over steamed rice, 555 Tuna Afritada is a satisfying, protein-rich dish that’s proof you don’t need meat to enjoy big, bold flavors. Bursting with color and nutrients, it’s comfort food with a healthy, creative twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans 555 Tuna in Oil
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup green peas
- 1 medium onion
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- to taste salt
- to taste ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and carrot. Cut the potatoes, carrot, and red bell pepper into bite-sized cubes. Set aside.
Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Add the cubed potatoes and carrot to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the potatoes start to soften.
Pour in the tomato sauce and water. Stir well to combine with the vegetables.
Add salt and ground black pepper to taste, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cover the pan and let the vegetables cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
Once the vegetables are cooked, add the green peas and red bell pepper cubes. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Open the cans of 555 Tuna in Oil. Drain excess oil, if desired, before adding the tuna to the pan. Stir carefully to avoid breaking the tuna chunks.
Simmer everything together for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed white rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.2 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 4125 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.6 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 109.2 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3896 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
