Noodles (fettuccine) with tuna
4 servings
25 minutes
Fettuccine with tuna is a delicate and hearty dish where Italian pasta meets a marine aroma. This harmony is inspired by Mediterranean culinary traditions, where the simplicity of ingredients highlights their natural flavor. Tender pieces of tuna infused with garlic and onion aroma are complemented by ripe tomatoes, adding a slight tanginess to the dish. Olive oil softens the texture while fresh herbs add a touch of freshness. The finishing touch is grated Parmesan, which makes the flavor rich and deep. It’s best served hot with a glass of dry white wine to enhance its elegance. This dish is suitable for cozy home dinners as well as exquisite Italian-style dinners.
1
Drain the oil from the tuna and mash it with a fork. Peel the tomatoes. Chop the onion and garlic.
- Canned tuna in olive oil: 200 g
- Tomatoes: 300 g
- Sweet red onion: 0.5 head
- Garlic: 3 cloves
2
Pour olive oil into a large skillet, sauté onion and garlic in it, add a bit of freshly ground pepper, and cook on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring. Then add salt.
- Olive oil: 5 tablespoon
- Salt: pinch
- Ground black pepper: pinch
3
At the same time, boil the noodles in a large amount of salted water. Drain the water as they become ready.
- Fettuccine: 250 g
4
Add tuna to the pan, cook for another 3 minutes, sprinkle with parsley and dill, and mix thoroughly again. Also add the cooked noodles here. Gently stir on the heat for 1 minute.
- Canned tuna in olive oil: 200 g
- Dill: 2 bunchs
- Chopped parsley: 1 tablespoon
- Fettuccine: 250 g
5
Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top. Serve the dish hot with white dry wine.
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 100 g