Description
A flavorful and comforting Creole Tuna dish combining tender green peppers, stewed tomatoes, and Cajun seasoning, served over fluffy cooked rice for a quick and hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1/2 green pepper, chopped
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
Dairy and Pantry
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup milk
Canned Goods
- 1 can stewed tomatoes (14.5 oz), chopped if preferred
- 1 can tuna (6 oz), drained and flaked
Seasonings and Others
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped green pepper, diced onion, and diced celery, sautéing until the green pepper is tender and vegetables are fragrant.
- Create Roux and Season: Stir in the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine the ingredients and start forming a roux base that will thicken the sauce.
- Add Milk and Tomatoes: Slowly pour in the milk while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue stirring until the mixture is well combined and thickened. Add the stewed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer and Add Tuna: Cook and stir the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes to blend flavors and thicken the sauce further. Then fold in the flaked tuna and Cajun seasoning, heating thoroughly until the tuna is warmed through.
- Serve: Serve the Creole Tuna mixture hot over a bed of cooked rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning amount based on your preferred spice level.
- Use low-fat milk for a lighter dish if desired.
- Ensure tuna is well-drained to prevent a watery sauce.
- Cooked rice can be substituted with quinoa or couscous for variation.
- Adding chopped fresh parsley or green onions as garnish can add freshness.
