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Tangy Tuna Omelet

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Preparation 20 minutes
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Ingredients

For the Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

For the Omelet:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • ¾ cup canned or jarred marinated tuna or white/light meat tuna in water drained and flaked
  • 2 large eggs
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent (2-3 minutes).
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, season with salt and black pepper, then reduce the heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Cook the Tuna Mixture:

  • In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  • Add the flaked tuna to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Prepare the Omelet:

  • In a small bowl, lightly beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • In another medium skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Pour in the beaten eggs and cook until the bottom sets.
  • Spoon the cooked tuna mixture onto the center of the omelet.
  • Fold the omelet in half and continue cooking until the eggs are fully set.

Serve:

  • Once the omelet is cooked to your desired doneness, pour the prepared tomato sauce over the top.
  • Serve the Tangy Tuna Omelet hot, garnished with some fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition values

Calories: 480 kcal
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Course; Eggs / Fish
Cuisine; European / Spain