Emeril's Kicked-Up Tuna Melt Recipe

Name: Emeril's Kicked-Up Tuna Melt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 -ounces boneless, skinless fresh tuna, poached; 1/3 cup minced red onions; 3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup plus extra for spreading on sandwiches, homemade mayonnaise; 6 to 12 slices sourdough or other white bread; 6 (1/4-inch) slices ripe tomato, lightly salted; 6 (1-ounce) slices Muenster cheese; 2 avocados, thinly sliced; Crispy potato chips, for garnish; Dill pickle spears, for garnish

Servings: persons

12 -ounces boneless, skinless fresh tuna, poached
1/3 cup minced red onions
3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons capers, drained
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup plus extra for spreading on sandwiches, homemade mayonnaise
6 to 12 slices sourdough or other white bread
6 (1/4-inch) slices ripe tomato, lightly salted
6 (1-ounce) slices Muenster cheese
2 avocados, thinly sliced
Crispy potato chips, for garnish
Dill pickle spears, for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Crumble the poached tuna into a medium mixing bowl.
3
Add the onions, eggs, garlic, and capers.
4
Mix thoroughly.
5
Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
6
Stir in enough mayonnaise to moisten the salad, about 1/2 cup or according to preference.
7
Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise over 6 slices of bread.
8
Top each slice with a generous 1/3 cup of the tuna mixture.
9
Top each tuna salad with a tomato slice and a slice of cheese.
10
Place cheese side up on a baking sheet and bake for 3 to 4 minutes or just until the cheese is melted.
11
Top each sandwich with 3 to 4 lightly salted avocado slices and serve open-faced or top with the remaining pieces of bread.
12
Cut sandwiches in half diagonally and serve with crispy potato chips and dill pickle spears.

1299

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 -ounces boneless, skinless fresh tuna, poached, 1/3 cup minced red onions, 3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Emeril's Kicked-Up Tuna Melt 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Emeril's Kicked-Up Tuna Melt

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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