Paleo 555 Tuna Afritada
Embrace a hearty dose of Filipino-inspired flavor with this Paleo 555 Tuna Afritada, a nutrient-packed, low-carb twist on a classic comfort food dish. This recipe swaps traditional staples for vibrant, paleo-friendly ingredients like coconut oil, zucchini, and carrots, creating a wholesome yet indulgent meal. Tender vegetables are simmered in a richly spiced tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, fish sauce, and oregano, perfectly complementing the flaky canned tuna. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a single pan for cooking, this dish is both convenient and packed with flavors suitable for busy weeknights. Serve it piping hot, and enjoy a delicious, gluten-free, and dairy-free dinner that hits all the marks for health-conscious food lovers. Keywords: Paleo tuna recipe, tuna afritada, Filipino-inspired dish, low-carb dinner, gluten-free comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (150g each) canned tuna
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Peel and dice the onion.
Slice the red and green bell peppers into thin strips. Peel and cut the carrots into bite-sized pieces. Cut the zucchini into half-moon slices.
Heat the coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the red and green bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini to the pan. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, fish sauce, black pepper, dried oregano, sea salt, and bay leaf. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Add the canned tuna to the pan, breaking it up slightly with a spoon. Pour in the water and stir.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve the Paleo 555 Tuna Afritada hot, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 5313 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 89.6 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.0 mcg | 75% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2978 mg | 63% | |
*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.
