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Crostini with Tuna and Caramelized Onions

17/11/2023

The crostini with tuna and caramelized onions are a delicious and easy-to-prepare appetizer. Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients

  • Slices of homemade bread or baguette
  • 1 can of oil-packed tuna, drained
  • 2 medium onions
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Chives or parsley for garnishing (optional)

Preparation

  1. Start by thinly slicing the onions. Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan over medium heat and add the onions. Add a pinch of salt and let them soften and begin to turn translucent.

  2. Once the onions have softened, add the sugar and continue to cook, stirring frequently. At the right moment, add the balsamic vinegar and let the onions caramelize to a nice golden color; be careful not to burn them.

  3. In the meantime, lightly toast the bread slices in the oven or on a grill until they become crispy and golden.

  4. Take a bowl and put the drained tuna in it. Adjust with salt and pepper and work it with a fork until it becomes spreadable.

  5. Assemble the crostini by spreading a generous layer of tuna on the toasted bread, then top with a spoonful of caramelized onions.

  6. Garnish the crostini with some chopped chives or parsley if you wish to add a touch of freshness and color.

The crostini with tuna and caramelized onions are ready to be served!

Curiosity

Tuna is a very versatile ingredient that is used in various preparations in Italian cuisine, from salads, to pasta dishes, to delicious appetizers like these crostini. The caramelized onions add a sweet and deep flavor that perfectly balances the saltiness of the tuna.

Crostini with Tuna and Caramelized Onions