Tuna melt sandwich
Instructions
Sandwich
Recommended information
Make an easy burrata salad to accompany your tuna melt sandwich
Choose the right bread
To avoid a soggy sandwich, think about the bread. First, use leftover or stale bread to get the best crisped-up golden crust with the perfect interior. Leftover bread is typically drier than fresh bread, making it crisp up perfectly. Also, you can lightly toast the bread before adding the tuna and cheese to ensure your sandwich remains crisp.
Drain the tuna
Drain the tuna well before mixing it with cream cheese and cheddar. This prevents the sandwich from becoming too moist and ensures a more concentrated tuna flavour.
Edge-to-edge filling
Spread the mixture to the edges to ensure every bite is filled with flavour and prevent the bread from burning on any uncovered edges.
Let the sandwich sit for a bit
Let the sandwich rest for a minute or two after cooking to let the cheese set slightly, making the sandwich easier to cut and eat without all the delicious filling oozing out.
Questions about tuna melt sandwich
This American classic is beloved for its gooey, cheesy texture and harmonious, rich flavours. We believe it is simply delicious, and if you keep reading below, you can learn more about it.
Ingredients
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Tuna in oil
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1 can |
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Jalapeño cream cheese
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150 g |
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Grated cheddar cheese
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100 g |
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Dried oregano
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1 tsp |
Sandwich
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Butter
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Bread for toasting
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8 slices |
Enjoy a delicious American classic
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a homemade tuna melt sandwich. It is an American classic combining elements from grilled cheese sandwiches and tuna salad. A tuna melt shows the simple pleasure of good food, offering a warm, melty delight in every bite. Try our recipe and enjoy a crispy, golden bread with a slightly spicy tuna and melted cheese spread.
Tuna and melted cheese in a luxurious combination
At the heart of this sandwich is the deliciously tender tuna and melty cheddar cheese. The cheddar brings a sharp, tangy depth that perfectly complements the savoury tuna, and with the jalapeño cream cheese in the mix, you get a rich and creamy filling. This pairing is a classic for a reason, giving you a luxurious combination of flavours and textures that is both familiar and wonderfully satisfying.
Enclosed by butter-fried bread
The bread is buttered and grilled to achieve a golden crust that effortlessly holds the creamy, luscious tuna and cheese filling. Frying buttered bread instead of frying bread in melted butter in a pan ensures an even coating that melts and browns perfectly on the entire surface, giving you beautiful golden bread. You can use wholemeal bread, sourdough bread, ciabatta, or white bread; use your favourite or whatever you have at hand. Crunchy on the outside and gooey on the inside, every bite is in perfect harmony no matter what bread you use.
Try other delicious recipes, such as our cream cheese and avocado sandwich, grilled mushroom sandwich, or avocado toast with paprika. All feature delicious, crisp bread and fresh, luscious fillings or toppings.
Enjoy as an extravagant breakfast or lunch with a crisp salad on the side
Tuna melts are easy to make and serve at any time of day. Enjoy a cheesy, melty sandwich in the morning, quickly mixing the spread of cheese and tuna, buttering the bread, and layering it all together. Grilling it to perfection in a pan is also a quick endeavour, so you will have a scrumptious breakfast ready in no time.
The same goes for lunch, serving as a quick fix that will satisfy you. For lunch, serve it with a crisp salad on the side to provide a fresh, light contrast to the tuna melt.
Adjust the recipe to your preferences
Creating the best tuna melt is all about tailoring the flavours to suit you. Incorporate finely chopped red onion into the tuna mix for a vibrant burst of flavour and a slight crunch that complements the creamy texture, or try spring onions for a mild, peppery taste.
Play around with a bit of heat, adding chilli flakes or pickled jalapeños to the tuna mix or on top of the sandwich. Their vinegary spice pair perfectly with the creamy tuna and melted cheese. You can also drizzle your favourite hot sauce over the tuna before adding the top slice of bread.
Incorporate chopped pickles or capers for a tangy, briny contrast to the rich, melty cheese and savoury tuna. You can also layer tomato slices before the top slice of bread to introduce a juicy, fresh element that cuts through the richness.
