Basque-Style Tortilla with Tuna and Tapenade Recipe

Name: Basque-Style Tortilla with Tuna and Tapenade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium-size red bell peppers; 2 medium-size green bell peppers; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 medium onions, chopped; 1 pound tomatoes, chopped; 4 ounces 1/4-inch-thick slices Black Forest ham, cut into matchstick-size strips; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 3 large fresh thyme sprigs; 1 bay leaf; 8 large eggs; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 6-ounce can water-packed albacore tuna, drained, flaked; 1/2 cup tapenade (olive paste)

Servings: persons

2 medium-size red bell peppers
2 medium-size green bell peppers
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
1 pound tomatoes, chopped
4 ounces 1/4-inch-thick slices Black Forest ham, cut into matchstick-size strips
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3 large fresh thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
8 large eggs
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 6-ounce can water-packed albacore tuna, drained, flaked
1/2 cup tapenade (olive paste)

1
Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides.
2
Enclose in paper bag 10 minutes.
3
Peel, seed, and chop peppers.
4
Set aside.
5
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add onions; saute until golden, about 10 minutes.
7
Add tomatoes and next 4 ingredients.
8
Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 25 minutes to blend flavors.
9
Stir in roasted peppers.
10
Increase heat and boil uncovered until juices evaporate, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
11
Discard bay leaf and thyme sprigs.
12
Preheat oven to 400F.
13
Whisk eggs, salt and pepper in bowl to blend.
14
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large deep nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-low heat.
15
Add half of eggs; cook without stirring until edges begin to set, about 1 minute.
16
Spread pepper mixture over.
17
Sprinkle tuna over; spoon tapenade over.
18
Pour remaining eggs over.
19
Place in oven and bake until eggs are set, about 12 minutes.
20
Run rubber spatula around sides of tortilla to loosen.
21
Slide out onto platter.
22
Serve warm or at room temperature.

716

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium-size red bell peppers, 2 medium-size green bell peppers, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 medium onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Basque-Style Tortilla with Tuna and Tapenade falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basque-Style Tortilla with Tuna and Tapenade

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions