Tonnato eggs recipe: a delicious twist on a classic dish

Ingredients for Tonnato eggs

• 12 large eggs

• 170 g oil-packed tuna (drained)

• 2 oil-packed anchovy fillets

• 120 g mayonnaise

• 30 ml fresh lemon juice

• 30 g capers, drained, divided

• 2.5 g kosher salt

• 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil, divided

• 30 g salmon roe (optional)

How to make Tonnato eggs

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

2. Gently lower cold eggs into the boiling water. Cook for 10 minutes, then drain and transfer the eggs to a large bowl of ice water.

3. Carefully peel the eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. For clean cuts, use a very sharp knife and wipe the blade between each cut. Pop out the yolks and transfer them to a food processor. Arrange the egg whites on a platter.

4. Add the tuna, anchovies, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and 2 tsp capers to the food processor. Purée until smooth.

5. Add salt and 2 tbsp oil to the mixture and pulse just until combined. Transfer the filling to a piping bag or a resealable bag and snip off the corner. Pipe the filling into the egg whites.

6. In a small frying pan, cook the remaining 4 tsp capers and 2 tbsp oil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the capers are crispy, about 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool.

7. Top the filled eggs with crispy capers and salmon roe, if using.

Do Ahead: The egg whites and filling can be prepared 1 day in advance. Tightly cover the egg whites on a baking tray or platter and chill. Store the filling in a tightly sealed bag and chill.

Disclaimer
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