Tuna Rice Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Tuna Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (185 g) can chunk tuna; 2 medium onions, sliced; 4 green chilies, sliced midway; 1 small tomatoes, cut into small pieces; 1 teaspoon oil; 1/2 teaspoon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garam masala; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 inch ginger, mashed; 2 garlic cloves, mashed; 2 cups cooked rice; 10 -15 curry leaves; salt

Servings: persons

1 (185 g) can chunk tuna
2 medium onions, sliced
4 green chilies, sliced midway
1 small tomatoes, cut into small pieces
1 teaspoon oil
1/2 teaspoon mustard
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 inch ginger, mashed
2 garlic cloves, mashed
2 cups cooked rice
10 -15 curry leaves
salt

1
In a non-stick pan, head oil and splutter mustard seeds.
2
Add cumin seeds and curry leaves, roast for a few seconds.
3
Add the onions, green chillies and salt, cook till onion is done.
4
Add the ginger, garlic and tomato and cook again till the tomatoes become totally cooked.
5
Add the turmeric, chili, coriander, pepper and garam masala powders and mix well.
6
Roast them till a nice smell comes.
7
Add the tomato paste and mix well.
8
Add the tuna, and mix well.
9
Leave to cook for 3-5 minutes or till tuna is done.
10
Add the cooked rice after that and mix very well, till the whole rice becomes the color of the tuna mixture.
11
Close the lid and leave the rice for a couple of minutes on low flame.
12
Serve hot with raita, pickle and fried chicken.

496

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (185 g) can chunk tuna, 2 medium onions, sliced, 4 green chilies, sliced midway, 1 small tomatoes, cut into small pieces, and more.

Yes, Tuna Rice 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!

Tuna Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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