Portuguese Tuna

Name: Portuguese Tuna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. oil; 2 onions, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 c. green pepper, chopped; 1/4 c. celery, chopped; 2 Tbsp. parsley, chopped; salt and pepper; 2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce; 1/2 c. water; 1 bay leaf; 2 cans white albacore tuna; 1 strip orange peel (3-inch); 1/2 tsp. cumin

Eats Now Editorial Team · 350 kcal · Seafood

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Portuguese Tuna – a delicious recipe with oil, onions, garlic, green pepper, celery, parsley. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. oil
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 c. green pepper, chopped
1/4 c. celery, chopped
2 Tbsp. parsley, chopped
salt and pepper
2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1/2 c. water
1 bay leaf
2 cans white albacore tuna
1 strip orange peel (3-inch)
1/2 tsp. cumin

1
Heat oil in a large skillet.
2
Add onions, garlic, green pepper, celery and parsley; saute until tender.
3
Blend in tomato sauce, water, bay leaf, orange peel, cumin, salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Discard orange peel and bay leaf.
6
Serve over rice or use to fill warm flour tortillas.

350

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. oil, 2 onions, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 c. green pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Portuguese Tuna 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
350 kcal
Category
Seafood

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