Bocadillo with Tuna: A Taste of Simplicity and Comfort
Discover a harmonious blend of textures and flavors with this homemade bocadillo. Freshly baked, soft buns cradle a vibrant mix of crisp lettuce, savory tuna, crispy fried potatoes, a perfectly boiled egg, tangy tomato sauce, zesty pickles, sharp red onion, and briny green olives—all tied together with your favorite sauce. This hearty yet healthy treat is ideal for a fulfilling lunch or an indulgent snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes (including rising times)
- Yield: 7 buns
- Category: Sandwich / Bocadillo
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish-Inspired / Fusion
Ingredients
For the Bread (Dough):
• 400 g flour
• 100 g fine semolina
• 10 g instant yeast
• 8 g salt
• 12 g granulated sugar
• 30 ml sunflower oil
• 100 g yogurt
• 215 ml water
For the Filling:
• Lettuce
• Tuna
• Fried diced potatoes
• Boiled egg
• Tomato sauce
• Pickle
• Red onion
• Green olives
• Sauce of choice
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a deep bowl, combine flour, semolina, yeast, salt, sugar, sunflower oil, yogurt, and water. Knead the mixture for 10–12 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
- Let It Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let the dough rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Buns: Divide the dough into 7 equal portions (approximately 120 g each). Roll each portion into an oval shape, roughly 24 x 12 cm, then fold each oval closed lengthwise to form a bun.
- Final Proofing: Lightly dip one side of each bun in semolina, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and let them rise for another 30 minutes until they have doubled again.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 200℃ (about 392°F). Bake the buns for 10–15 minutes until they turn a lovely golden brown. Once baked, cover them with a tea towel to maintain their softness.
- Assemble the Bocadillo: Slice open each bun and layer with lettuce, tuna, fried diced potatoes, sliced boiled egg, tomato sauce, pickle, red onion, green olives, and finish with your favorite sauce.
Notes
• The combination of tuna and egg delivers a robust protein punch, while the fresh vegetables and semolina-infused bread add a nutritious fiber boost.
• For the best flavor, assemble your bocadillo just before serving to enjoy the contrast between the warm, soft bread and the cool, crisp filling.