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Savory Egg and Tuna Turnovers

These delightful turnovers combine a flaky puff pastry crust with a rich, savory filling of hard-boiled eggs and flavorful tuna salad. Perfect for a quick lunch, appetizer, or a picnic.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 turnovers
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cans Tuna in water, drained well (5 oz/142g each)
  • 4 Large Eggs hard-boiled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Red Onion finely minced
  • 2 tbsp Celery finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1/4 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/8 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
For the Turnovers
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry frozen, thawed according to package directions
  • 1 Large Egg for egg wash
  • 1 tbsp Water for egg wash

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Fork
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. If not already done, hard-boil the eggs. Once cooked, cool them in an ice bath, peel, and finely chop. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the well-drained tuna, chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, minced red onion, chopped celery, Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Cover and refrigerate while you prepare the pastry.
Assemble the Turnovers
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, carefully unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet. Gently roll it out slightly with a rolling pin to a rough 10x12 inch (25x30 cm) rectangle.
  3. Cut the pastry into 6 equal rectangles (approximately 5x4 inches or 12.5x10 cm each).
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining large egg and 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.
  5. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the tuna and egg filling onto one half of each pastry rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
  6. Lightly brush the edges of the pastry rectangles with the egg wash. Carefully fold the other half of the pastry over the filling, aligning the edges to form a turnover. Press down firmly around the edges to seal.
  7. Using a fork, crimp the sealed edges of each turnover to ensure a tight seal and create a decorative pattern.
  8. Transfer the turnovers to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of each turnover generously with the remaining egg wash. If desired, cut a small slit or two on top of each turnover to allow steam to escape during baking.
Bake the Turnovers
  1. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. They are delicious warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the tuna and egg filling. You can also mix in finely diced pickles or capers for added tang. These turnovers are best enjoyed the day they are made, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in an oven or air fryer for best results.