Tuna Pandesal

Minda
Minda @MindasKitchen6370
San Pablo, CA

Tuna Pandesal is a savory Filipino bread roll filled with a flavorful tuna mixture, often blended with mayonnaise, onions, and spices for a creamy and satisfying bite. Baked until golden and lightly crusted with breadcrumbs, these soft and fluffy rolls make a hearty, protein-packed snack or quick meal. Perfect for breakfast, merienda, or on-the-go cravings, Tuna Pandesal offers a delicious fusion of classic Filipino bread and a rich, savory filling.

Tuna Pandesal

Tuna Pandesal is a savory Filipino bread roll filled with a flavorful tuna mixture, often blended with mayonnaise, onions, and spices for a creamy and satisfying bite. Baked until golden and lightly crusted with breadcrumbs, these soft and fluffy rolls make a hearty, protein-packed snack or quick meal. Perfect for breakfast, merienda, or on-the-go cravings, Tuna Pandesal offers a delicious fusion of classic Filipino bread and a rich, savory filling.

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Ingredients

4 hr 30 min
24 servings
  1. Dough
  2. 3 1/2 cupsall-purpose flour
  3. 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp)active dry yeast
  4. 1/4 cupsugar
  5. 1 tspsalt
  6. 1 cupwarm milk (around 110°F / 43°C)
  7. 1egg
  8. 1/4 cupunsalted butter, softened
  9. Extra breadcrumbs for coating
  10. Filling
  11. 1 can (5 oz)/ 140g) tuna in oil or water, drained
  12. 2 tbspmayonnaise
  13. 1 tbspfinely chopped red onion
  14. 1/2 tspmustard (optional)
  15. Salt & pepper to taste
  16. 1 tspcalamansi or lemon juice
  17. Optional: chili flakes or chopped pickles for kick

Cooking Instructions

4 hr 30 min
  1. 1

    In a small bowl, mix warm milk, 1 tbsp sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy. In a large bowl, whisk flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add yeast mixture, egg, and butter to the flour mix. Combine into a sticky dough.

  2. 2

    Knead on a floured surface or in a mixer with a dough hook for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size. In a bowl, combine drained tuna, mayo, onion, calamansi/lemon juice, and season to taste. Keep chilled until ready to use. Punch down risen dough. Divide into 16 equal pieces.

  3. 3

    Flatten each piece into a small disc and place about 1 tablespoon of the tuna filling in the center. Pinch the edges to seal the filling inside and shape into a ball or slightly oval roll. Roll each piece lightly in breadcrumbs and place on a baking tray lined with parchment.

  4. 4

    Cover the tray loosely with a towel and let the rolls rise again for 30–45 minutes. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm!

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