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Polpette di Tonno #polpetteditonno #friggitriceadaria #friggitriceadariaricette Polpette di Tonno: A Step-by-Step Recipe Guide

Polpette di Tonno

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Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork or whisk
  • Baking sheet or frying pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Parchment paper (if baking)
  • Frying spatula (if frying)

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • Main Ingredients:
  • 2 cans about 5 oz each of tuna in olive oil, drained
  • 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Zest of 1 lemon optional
  • For Cooking:
  • Olive oil for frying or drizzling if baking

Instructions
 

  • Method
  • Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
  • Drain the Tuna: Open the tuna cans and drain the oil. Use a fork to flake the tuna into a large mixing bowl.
  • Measure and Chop: Gather your breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, and have them ready.
  • Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
  • Combine: In the bowl with the tuna, add the breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, egg, Parmesan, lemon zest (if using), and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Mix Well: Using a fork, combine all the ingredients thoroughly until you have a cohesive mixture. If it feels too dry, you can add a little more olive oil or a splash of water.
  • Step 3: Shape the Meatballs
  • Form the Polpette: With your hands, take small amounts of the mixture (about the size of a golf ball) and shape them into balls. Place them on a plate or baking sheet as you go.
  • Step 4: Cooking Options
  • Baking Method:
  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Bake the Polpette: Place the meatballs on the baking sheet and lightly drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Frying Method:
  • Heat the Oil: In a frying pan, heat about 1/4 inch of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Fry the Polpette: Carefully add the meatballs to the pan, cooking them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Step 5: Serve
  • Enjoy: Serve the Polpette di Tonno warm, with a side of marinara sauce for dipping or alongside a fresh salad.
  • Variations
  • Herbs: Feel free to mix and match herbs based on what you have on hand—basil or dill works well too!
  • Spices: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
  • Cheese Alternatives: For a dairy-free version, use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
Keyword Polpette, Polpette di Tonno