Tuna and Corn Tortillas: Crispy Triangles
Discover the world of gourmet appetizers with these crispy tuna and corn tortilla triangles. A perfect blend of generous tuna and sweet corn, all wrapped in a golden oven-baked tortilla. Ideal for recycling leftovers or impressing your guests at a friendly gathering! Quick preparation in just 20 minutes, these triangles feature a creamy filling with fresh cheese, tuna, and corn, seasoned with Provencal herbs. After simple triangle shaping and egg brushing for perfect browning, they bake for 15 minutes at 200°C until irresistibly crispy and perfectly melted cheese. Served warm with yogurt-lemon sauce or tomato salsa, these triangles are versatile: festive appetizer, original picnic, or light meal. An economical and simple recipe that will delight young and old alike!
Double Compartment 9L Air Fryer – 8-in-1
€69.99
Pros:
- Two independent baskets for simultaneous cooking
- Smart Finish technology for synchronized cooking end time
- Intuitive touchscreen with automatic programs
Con:
- Takes up more countertop space
- 1
Prepare the filling: drain the tuna and corn, flake the tuna with a fork, add corn, fresh cheese, Provencal herbs, salt and pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Shape the triangles: spread each tortilla, brush with cream on one half, place 1.5 tablespoons of filling, sprinkle with mozzarella, fold into a triangle pressing the edges.
- 3
Arrange in rosette: preheat oven to 200°C, arrange triangles in a rosette on a baking sheet with parchment paper, beat the egg and brush each triangle, sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
- 4
Baking: bake for 15-18 minutes until tortillas are golden and crispy, and cheese is melted and browned.
- 5
Serving: let cool for 5 minutes before serving to avoid burns. Serve with yogurt-lemon sauce or tomato salsa.
- Sealing: Press edges well to prevent filling from escaping
- Draining: Squeeze tuna and corn well for a non-watery filling
- Glazing: Egg gives a beautiful color and helps fix the cheese
- Baking: Watch the end for optimal crispiness
- Serve with yogurt-lemon sauce or tomato salsa. Perfect for appetizers, picnics or a light meal!
- Mexican: Add red beans and chili
- Cheesy: Replace Philadelphia with herb spreadable cheese
- Vegetables: Grated zucchini or chopped spinach
- Chicken: Tuna replaced by shredded chicken
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