Spicy Tuna Empanadillas with Chipotle Aioli

Small, savory tuna empanadillas infused with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers, served with a creamy and spicy chipotle aioli.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

650 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

5 items

Cost

£2.36/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner

Cuisine:

British

Main Ingredient:

Fish

Mood:

Comfort Food•Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

2cans (5 oz each)Tuna(Solid white tuna in water, drained well)

£2.50

2peppersChipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce(Finely chopped, plus 1 tablespoon of adobo sauce)

£1.50

0.3cupOnion(Finely chopped)

£0.10

0.3cupRed Bell Pepper(Finely chopped)

£0.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

0.3cupManzanilla Olives(Pitted and chopped)

£0.60

1Hard Boiled Egg(Chopped)

£0.30

0.5teaspoonDried Oregano

£0.05

0.3teaspoonSmoked Paprika

£0.05

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack Pepper

12Empanada Dough Discs(Store-bought or homemade (about 4-inch diameter))

£3.00

1Egg(Beaten, for egg wash)

£0.30

0.5cupMayonnaise(For aioli)

£0.40

1teaspoonChipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce(Minced, for aioli. Adjust to taste.)

£0.10

1teaspoonLime Juice(For aioli)

£0.05

2tablespoonsOlive Oil(For sautéing)

£0.20

Total Cost

£9.45

£2.36 per serving

Instructions

1.
**Prepare the Filling:** Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
2.
Add the drained tuna, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, chopped olives, chopped hard-boiled egg, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Mix well and cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the flavors have melded. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3.
**Assemble the Empanadillas:** Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (optional).
4.
Place a spoonful (about 2 tablespoons) of the tuna mixture in the center of each empanada dough disc.
5.
Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges together with a fork to seal tightly.
6.
Brush the top of each empanadilla with the beaten egg wash.
7.
Place the empanadillas on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
8.
**Prepare the Chipotle Aioli:** In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced chipotle pepper (start with 1 teaspoon and add more to taste), and lime juice. Stir well to combine. Adjust seasonings to taste.
9.
**Serve:** Serve the warm tuna empanadillas with the chipotle aioli for dipping.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (175g)

650 kcal / 2720 kJ

Carbs

30g

12% of RDA

Fat

45g

64% of RDA

Protein

32g

64% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

850 mg

37% of RDA

Saturated Fat

8 g

40% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a spicier filling, add more chipotle peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

If the filling seems too dry, add a little olive oil or mayonnaise to moisten it.

You can also deep-fry the empanadillas for a crispier crust. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

Make the aioli ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for the flavors to meld.

Feel free to add other ingredients to the filling, such as capers, raisins, or potatoes.

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Parchment Paper (optional)

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Chef's Tips

For a spicier filling, add more chipotle peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

If the filling seems too dry, add a little olive oil or mayonnaise to moisten it.

You can also deep-fry the empanadillas for a crispier crust. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

Make the aioli ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for the flavors to meld.

Feel free to add other ingredients to the filling, such as capers, raisins, or potatoes.

Spicy Tuna Empanadillas with Chipotle Aioli

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