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Savoury Choux Puffs with Tuna and Bresaola

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe for savoury choux puffs with tuna and bresaola, perfect for an aperitif or a tasty appetizer.

Ingredients

  • 125 ml of water
  • 50 g of butter
  • 75 g of type 00 flour
  • 2 medium eggs
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 100 g of canned tuna in oil
  • 100 g of thinly sliced bresaola
  • 150 g of cream cheese (such as Philadelphia)
  • Chives (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
  2. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil with a pinch of salt and the butter cut into small pieces.
  3. As soon as the butter has melted, remove from heat and pour in all the sifted flour, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon.
  4. Put the saucepan back on a low heat and continue stirring until the dough comes away from the sides and forms a ball that can be turned inside the pot (this should take about a minute).
  5. Remove from heat and let the dough cool slightly.
  6. Add the eggs, one at a time, incorporating each completely before adding the next. You should obtain a smooth and shiny dough.
  7. Transfer the dough to a piping bag with a smooth or ridged nozzle, and form small mounds on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spaced apart as they will puff up during baking.
  8. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the choux puffs are puffed up and golden. Do not open the oven during cooking otherwise the choux may collapse.
  9. Once ready, remove them from the oven and let them cool on a rack.
  10. Prepare the filling by mixing the cream cheese with drained and chopped tuna, a pinch of salt and pepper. If you like, also add chopped chives for a fresh touch.
  11. Gently cut the top of the cooled choux and stuff them with the tuna cream.
  12. Cut the bresaola into strips and lay them over the choux for decoration.
  13. Your savoury choux puffs with tuna and bresaola are ready to be served!

Curiosity

Choux puffs, also known as “choux” in French cuisine, are a versatile preparation that can be used for both sweet and savoury creations. The neutral base of the dough makes them the perfect vehicle to accommodate a wide variety of fillings, allowing for play with flavor and presentation for any occasion.

Savoury Choux Puffs with Tuna and Bresaola