Tunalulus
Inject bold Latin-inspired flavors into your mealtime with **Tunalulus**, a crispy, golden-fried delight that transforms simple pantry staples into an irresistible dish. This recipe blends flaky canned tuna with zesty lime, creamy mayonnaise, fragrant cilantro, and a touch of heat from jalapeño, all wrapped in soft corn tortillas and fried to perfection. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, these Tunalulus are perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them hot with guacamole, salsa, or your favorite dipping sauce for a truly satisfying bite. Whether you're seeking an easy seafood recipe or crave a crispy treat with a Mexican-inspired twist, Tunalulus will hit all the right notes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 6-ounce cans canned tuna
- 8 pieces corn tortillas
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 small jalapeño
- 1 large lime
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and jalapeño. Add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Add mayonnaise, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and freshly squeezed lime juice to the tuna mixture. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
Chop the cilantro finely and fold it into the mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking (approximately 350°F/175°C).
While the oil is heating, place a spoonful of the tuna mixture onto one side of a corn tortilla. Carefully fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to seal the edges. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Carefully place the filled tortillas into the hot oil, a few at a time, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each side for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Using tongs, remove the Tunalulus from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the Tunalulus hot with your favorite dipping sauce, salsa, or guacamole. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4913 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 463.4 g | 594% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.5 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1545 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.9 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.6 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 986 mg | 21% | |
*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.
