Spicy Tuna Sandwich with Garlic Whistles
Elevate your lunch game with this Spicy Tuna Sandwich with Garlic Whistles—a bold, flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Packed with tender tuna, a creamy kick of Sriracha mayo, and the fresh tang of lemon juice, this sandwich is taken to the next level with the addition of earthy garlic whistles and crisp celery for a delightful crunch. The filling pairs perfectly with buttery golden-brown sourdough bread and the refreshing crispness of lettuce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this irresistible sandwich is ideal for a quick lunch or dinner. For a modern spin with unique ingredients, this recipe delivers on both taste and texture, making it a must-try for spicy sandwich lovers.
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Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna
- 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1.5 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Garlic whistles (chopped)
- 1 stalk Celery (diced)
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 4 slices Sourdough bread
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 leaves Lettuce leaves
Directions
Step 1
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and lemon juice to the bowl. Mix until the tuna is evenly coated.
Step 3
Stir in chopped garlic whistles, diced celery, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 4
Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
Step 5
Heat a skillet over medium heat and place two slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet.
Step 6
Spread half the tuna mixture evenly over each slice of bread in the skillet.
Step 7
Top the tuna with a lettuce leaf and cover with another slice of bread, buttered side up.
Step 8
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bread is golden brown, then carefully flip the sandwich to toast the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 9
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (562.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1147.6 |
| Total Fat 58.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 151.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2495.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 122.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.4g | |
| Protein 36.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 49.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 135.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 760.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories