**Dive into the Provencal Delights: A Culinary Journey with Tuna Provençale on a Baguette**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Tuna Provençale on a Baguette, a delectable dish that captures the essence of Provençal cuisine. This open-faced sandwich bursts with vibrant flavors, textures, and aromas, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch, a delightful appetizer, or a satisfying snack. The tender tuna, bathed in a rich tomato-herb sauce, is perched atop a crispy baguette, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Our comprehensive guide features three variations of this classic dish, each offering a unique twist on the original. The Traditional Tuna Provençale on a Baguette is a timeless recipe that showcases the authentic flavors of Provence, with a focus on fresh herbs and ripe tomatoes. For those who enjoy a bit of spice, the Spicy Tuna Provençale on a Baguette infuses the dish with a piquant kick, while the Vegetarian Tuna Provençale on a Baguette caters to vegetarians and vegans, featuring hearty chickpeas instead of tuna.
With detailed instructions, helpful tips, and stunning visuals, this guide will empower you to recreate this Provençal masterpiece in your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Provence.
TUNA PROVENCALE ON A BAGUETTE
I found this in a very worn and old copy of Readers Digest in a hospital waiting room. It had so many pages missing that I didn't think they would miss one more *blush*. The sandwich is wonderful but it's not a quick make.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix tomatoes, olives and salt in a medium bowl and let stand until juicy, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut bread almost in half lengthwise. Open like a book, being careful not to separate bread. Pull our about 1/2 a cup of soft bread center.
- Using 1/2 TBS of oil, brush the cut sides on the bread, then spread on tomato mixture and any juices that have collected in the bowl.
- Cut onion in half through stem end, then crosswise into thin semi-circles.
- Layer onion, green pepper slices and tuna over tomato mixture.
- Whisk vinegar, garlic, anchovy paste and remaining oil together and drizzle over tuna.
- Wrap stuffed loaf tightly in plastic wrap and weigh it down with a heavy skillet and let stand at room temp till ingredients have soaked into the bread, about 30 minutes.
- Cut diagonally into 4 sandwiches.
TUNA PROVENCAL
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl flake tuna with a fork. Stir in capers, black olives, onion and tomatoes. Pour in oil and vinegar and toss to coat. Season and serve with watercress on whole grain bread. Alternative: Arrange mixed greens on plate and top with a quartered boiled new potato, quartered boiled egg and steamed green beans. In center place a scoop of the tuna salad.
TUNA PROVENCALE
Steps:
- Combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, cumin, fennel seeds, garlic, thyme leaves, and lime zest; season, to taste, with pepper. Rub the marinade all over the tuna steaks. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, fennel, a pinch of cumin, and a pinch of fennel seeds and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes (don't let the vegetables brown). Add the zucchini and bell peppers, season to taste with salt and pepper, and continue to cook for 5 minutes.
- Separately, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the fava beans and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the cherry tomatoes, orange segments, lemon zest and segments, half of the basil leaves, olives, and pistachios.
- While the vegetables are cooking, heat a grill pan over high heat. Brush the pan with vegetable oil and grill the tuna steaks for 4 minutes on each side for medium rare. Let rest for 5 minutes before cutting each steak into 4 slices.
- Divide the vegetables among 4 warm dinner plates. For each plate, top with the remaining basil leaves and put 2 slices of tuna on top of the vegetables. Season the tuna with fleur de sel and spoon the citrus-fava mixture around the plate. Serve immediately.
RACHAEL'S TUNA PAN BAGNAT
The longer pan bagnat sits, the tastier it gets. I make a whole baguette, even for just myself. In less than 24 hours, after a late night trip or two to the fridge, I can finish the whole loaf off! Also, This recipe is picnic-perfect! One last tip: wrap the sandwich in wax paper, peeling it back as you eat the bagnat. The wrapping over the end of each sandwich will catch the juices as you eat it.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Crisp baguette in hot oven, then cool to handle. Cut baguette in half lengthwise, on an angle, then split each half lengthwise.
- Put about 1 inch of water, the bay leaf, peppercorns, and juice of 1/2 the lemon into a small skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the tuna steak, cover, and simmer until cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove tuna from the water and allow to cool. Place tuna in a bowl and separate with a fork. Add capers, red onion, artichokes.
- For olives, if they're pitted, coarsely chop them. If the olives have pits, place an olive or 2 on your cutting board. Turn your knife sideways and place the flat of the blade on top of the olives -- just like peeling garlic -- whack the heal of your hand on knife and the pits of the olives will be exposed. Remove pits and chop.
- Add olives and parsley to tuna mixture. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the bowl. Squeeze lemon halves holding cut side upright, allowing juice to spill over sides. The seeds will stay with the lemon half, rather than falling into your salad. Add black pepper to the bowl and drizzle salad liberally with evoo, extra virgin olive oil. Toss tuna salad and adjust pepper and evoo to your taste. Pack the tuna salad on to baguette halves and set tops in place. Press down to set the bread and salad together. The bread will absorb the evoo and salad juices -- YUMMY! Cut each half baguette in half again, making 4 sandwiches, total.
PAN BAGNAT
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper. While continuing to whisk, gradually add the olive oil. Whisk until an emulsion forms. Set aside.
- Slice the baguette horizontally into 2 pieces. Tear out some of the soft bread in the center of each side, making a slight well in the bread. Place the tuna, green pepper, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and tomato on the bottom side of the bread in that order. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the vegetables, top with the second piece of bread, and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Let stand at room temperature for 2 hours before serving.
- Cut into 4 sandwiches and serve.
PROVENCAL TUNA SANDWICHES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk the olive oil, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Add the red onion; set aside.
- Rub the inside of the bread pieces with the garlic, then with the halved tomato and season with salt and pepper; discard the garlic and tomato skins. Arrange the tomato slices on the bread bottoms.
- Add the tuna to the vinaigrette, breaking it into pieces. Stir in the bell pepper, cucumber, parsley and capers; season with salt and pepper. Divide the mixture among the bread bottoms. Close the sandwiches and press down on the bread tops gently. Wrap the sandwiches tightly in plastic wrap and place a heavy skillet on top. Let sit 15 minutes to soften the bread, then unwrap and cut in half.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 790, Fat 23 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 29 milligrams, Sodium 1606 milligrams, Carbohydrate 110 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 4 grams
PAN BAGNAT SANDWICH WITH TUNA, ANCHOVIES, AND PARSLEY
When you think about it, "Pan Bagnat" is just a fancy way of saying "the best of all possible summer sandwiches." Unlike the typical tuna on wheat, this Provençal classic only gets better as sits, making it just the thing for picnics, backyard suppers, and last-minute road trips. And its briny, garlicky flavors beat plain old mayo any day.
Provided by Adina Steiman
Categories Sandwich Low Fat Kid-Friendly Lunch Tuna Healthy Low Cholesterol Anchovy Sandwich Theory Picnic Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut baguette in half crosswise with a serrated knife, then split each half lengthwise. Drizzle cut sides of bread with oil and rub with garlic. Arrange 2 anchovies on top half of each baguette.
- Toss onion and vinegar in a medium bowl and season with 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Let stand 5 minutes. Add tuna and parsley and toss gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning. Pile tuna mixture on bottom half of each baguette. Top tuna mixture with eggs and olives.
- Arrange tomato slices on top of anchovies and close sandwiches. Wrap sandwiches tightly in foil and place a heavy pot or skillet on top. Add a few heavy objects such as cans to weigh down pot and press down on sandwiches. Let sit at room temperature at least 40 minutes and up to 1 hour. Unwrap, slice each sandwich in half crosswise (if desired), and serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Don't overcook the tuna. It should be cooked just until it is opaque in the center.
- Use a good quality baguette. This will help to hold up to the toppings.
- Be generous with the toppings. The more toppings, the better!
- Serve the baguette warm. This will help to melt the cheese and make the bread crispy.
Conclusion:
Tuna Provençale on a baguette is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The combination of tuna, tomatoes, olives, and herbs is flavorful and satisfying. The baguette adds a crispy and chewy element to the dish. This recipe is sure to please everyone at your table.
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