Description
These Tuna and Potato Stuffed Bread Bites are a delicious and satisfying snack or appetizer, combining creamy mashed potatoes, tuna, and corn, all topped with melted mozzarella cheese. This easy recipe is perfect for gatherings or as a quick bite, using simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
Ingredients
- Potato: 1 medium (~300 g)
- Water: for boiling
- Cream Cheese: 2 tbsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Black Pepper: a pinch
- Garlic Powder: 1/2 tsp
- Parsley: 2 tbsp, chopped
- Canned Tuna: 1 can (80 g)
- Canned Corn: 1 can (80 g)
- Green Olives: a handful, chopped
- Pickled Gherkins: a handful, chopped
- Hard-Boiled Eggs: 2, chopped
- Sliced Bread: approximately 32 slices
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 tbsp
- Water: enough to make a paste
- Mozzarella Cheese: shredded (optional, for topping)
- Egg: 1, for egg wash
- Paprika: 1/2 tsp
Instructions
Prepare the Potato Filling
- Cook the Potato:
- Peel and cut the potato into chunks. Boil in water until tender, then drain.
- Mash the Potato:
- While still hot, mash the potato in a bowl until smooth.
- Add Seasonings:
- Mix in the cream cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Stir until smooth.
- Add Tuna and Vegetables:
- Add the canned tuna, corn, chopped green olives, pickled gherkins, and hard-boiled eggs. Stir until well combined.
Prepare the Bread
- Prepare Slices:
- Place slices of bread on a clean surface. This recipe will fill approximately 32 slices.
- Prepare Flour Paste:
- Mix 1 tbsp of flour with a bit of water to create a thick paste. This will help seal the edges of the bread.
Assemble and Bake
- Assemble the Bread Bites:
- Spoon a portion of the potato mixture onto each slice of bread. If using, sprinkle a bit of shredded mozzarella on top of each filling.
- Apply the flour paste along the edges of the bread slices and press to close each slice firmly.
- Prepare the Egg Wash:
- In a small bowl, beat 1 egg with 1/2 tsp of paprika.
- Brush with Egg Wash:
- Brush the top of each stuffed bread with the egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
- Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 45mins
- Cook Time: 25mins