Sunday, May 03, 2009

Tuna Aioli Sandwich

Ingredients

4gms minced ginger

4gms minced garlic

30gms chopped green onions

10gms chili flakes

5ml extra virgin olive oil

80gms tuna

10gms cheddar cheese

1 no tomato sliced

½ no red onion sliced

120gms (2 slices) dense 7 grain bread

20gms romaine lettuce

Ingredients for the Aioli

10gms chopped garlic

10gms chopped basil

10gms mayonnaise

2gms salt

2gms white pepper

10gms Dijon mustard

10ml lemon juice

Method

For the Aioli

In a food processor or blender combine the garlic, basil, low fat mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and Dijon mustard and process till the mixture is emulsified. Add the lemon juice and check the seasoning

For the Sandwiches

Combine the ginger, garlic, green onions, chili flakes, and peanut oil. Add the tuna flakes and toss to coat. Mix this with a little aioli. Place the bread slices on a baking sheet. Place the cheese on one slice. Grill until the cheese is melted and the bread slices are lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Place ¼ of the tuna on top of the melted cheese. Top with romaine lettuce, tomato, and red onions. Now place the remaining tuna on top. Spread some of the aioli on the second bread slice and place it on top of the tuna filling.




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