Chopstick Tuna Bake

Transport your taste buds to a unique fusion of comfort food and Asian-inspired flavors with this Chopstick Tuna Bake. This delicious casserole combines tender egg noodles, savory canned tuna, and crisp veggies like peas, all tossed in a luscious sauce made from creamy mayonnaise, tangy hoisin, and fragrant sesame oil. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and crunchy chow mein noodles, it bakes to golden perfection in just 25 minutes. Infused with garlic, ginger, and scallions, this dish offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors that’s sure to please the whole family. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this tuna casserole recipe is simple to make, easy to customize, and ideal for satisfying hearty appetites.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cans canned tuna (drained)
• 12 ounces egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 4 stalks scallions (sliced, green parts reserved for garnish)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup crispy chow mein noodles
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and the white parts of the scallions. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the drained tuna and soy sauce, breaking up the tuna chunks gently. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce heat to low and mix in the frozen peas. Cook for 1-2 minutes, just until the peas are thawed.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, hoisin sauce, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, tuna mixture, mayo-hoisin sauce, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top, followed by the crispy chow mein noodles.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with the sliced green scallion tops before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1265.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4052.2

Total Fat 288.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 536.5mg	0%
Sodium 5298.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 282.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 97.3g	0%

Vitamin D 45.7IU	0%
Calcium 1387.5mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 1141.7mg	0%

*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: 63.0%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 27.5%