Many people love to eat tuna dishes. Various types of dishes can be prepared with this saltwater fish. You can get fresh, pouched or canned tuna easily. It is known to have high protein content and is also a good source of omega-s fatty acids. According to studies, consuming tuna can help you keep your heart and brain healthy. One of the simplest dishes you can prepare using this fish is tuna soup. It is also known as stew in some countries. The tuna soup can be prepared in a number of ways using different ingredients. It takes only a few minutes to prepare this tasty and healthy soup. So, let’s go about preparing this delicious soup.
Complexity Level: Basic
Time Required: 20-30 minutes
Resources Required:
- Mustard
- Canned tuna
- Mayonnaise
- Pickles
Instructions:
1. Open the canned tuna
The amount of cans of tuna required depends on the quantity you are going to prepare. First, open the tuna can and drain it. If you wish you can use the fish alone or use the water too for making the soup.
2. Add the required amount of mayonnaise
Put the tuna into a large bowl and add the required amount of mayonnaise into it. Try to balance the amount without overusing it. Too little of it can also alter the taste.
3. Add the mustard
Next, add the mustard into the mixture. Add about 2-3 tablespoons of mustard and mix well.
4. Add pickles
After adding the mustard, add the pickles. The best type of pickle that should be added to the dish is dill pickle that is most suitable for tuna. If you wish you can use cubed pickle pieces, pickle chips, diced pickles etc according to your choice.
5. Blend the mixture in pickle juice
The amount of pickle juice you add depends on the consistency you want to get. Some people add a lot of pickle juice for making it watery and nice while some like to have a thick soup. Blend all the ingredients well and enjoy your tuna soup.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Does tuna soup cause allergy?
Normally, tuna soup does not cause any allergic reactions. You may get allergy only if one of your ingredients is allergic to you.
2. Can soup be made using other ingredients?
Tuna soup can be made in a number of ways. An interesting way is to use ingredients like olive oil, onions, garlic and zucchini. All you have to do is saute onions for a few minutes, add tomato juice, sherry, stock, oregano, pepper and basil. Let the mixture simmer for few minutes. Add tuna, beans and other ingredients and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. What are the health benefits of tuna?
Tuna is rich in protein and has low fat content. It also has less cholesterol and saturated fat. Tuna contains other essential minerals and vitamins like vitamin B12, niacin and selenium. Omega-3 fatty acids in tuna help to reduce the risk of heart diseases. According to American Heart Association, eating 2 servings of tuna weekly is beneficial.
Quick Tips:
- While stirring the soup, try to mix it slowly by folding the contents over each other instead of swirling around. This helps to mix the soup better without crumbling the pieces.
- Chill the soup immediately after you make it. It tastes better.
Things To Watch Out For:
Wash your hands properly before beginning to make the soup, this can prevent any kind of contamination.
