Tunalulus

Inject bold Latin-inspired flavors into your mealtime with **Tunalulus**, a crispy, golden-fried delight that transforms simple pantry staples into an irresistible dish. This recipe blends flaky canned tuna with zesty lime, creamy mayonnaise, fragrant cilantro, and a touch of heat from jalapeño, all wrapped in soft corn tortillas and fried to perfection. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, these Tunalulus are perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them hot with guacamole, salsa, or your favorite dipping sauce for a truly satisfying bite. Whether you're seeking an easy seafood recipe or crave a crispy treat with a Mexican-inspired twist, Tunalulus will hit all the right notes.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 6-ounce cans canned tuna
• 8 pieces corn tortillas
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 small jalapeño
• 1 large lime
• 2 tablespoons cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely dice the red onion and jalapeño. Add them to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Add mayonnaise, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and freshly squeezed lime juice to the tuna mixture. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 4

Chop the cilantro finely and fold it into the mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking (approximately 350°F/175°C).

Step 6

While the oil is heating, place a spoonful of the tuna mixture onto one side of a corn tortilla. Carefully fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to seal the edges. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 7

Carefully place the filled tortillas into the hot oil, a few at a time, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each side for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Using tongs, remove the Tunalulus from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the Tunalulus hot with your favorite dipping sauce, salsa, or guacamole. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1112.3 grams (1112.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4913

Total Fat 463.40g	594%
Saturated Fat 64.50g	323%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.80g
Cholesterol 73mg	24%
Sodium 1545mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 198.90g	72%
Dietary Fiber 29.60g	106%
Total Sugars 7.80g
Protein 39.90g	80%

Vitamin D 113IU	567%
Calcium 270mg	21%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 986mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.4%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 15.5%