Egg and Tuna Brik

Name: Egg and Tuna Brik
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 1 can canned tuna in oil, drained; 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp capers, drained; 2 tsp harissa paste; 4 phyllo pastry sheets, thawed; 4 large eggs; 1 cup vegetable oil; 4 lemon wedges

A classic North African crispy fried pastry envelope stuffed with savory tuna, capers, fresh herbs, and a soft-cooked egg.

25 minMediumServes 4310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 can canned tuna in oil, drained
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 tbsp capers, drained
2 tsp harissa paste
4 phyllo pastry sheets, thawed
4 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
4 lemon wedges

Instructions

1

In a bowl, combine 1 can drained canned tuna in oil, 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, 2 tbsp drained capers, and 2 tsp harissa paste.
2

Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3

Lay a sheet of 4 thawed phyllo pastry sheets on a plate, place a portion of the tuna mixture in the center, and make a shallow well.
4

Crack 4 large eggs into the center of the well.
5

Fold the pastry over to form a triangle, press edges lightly to seal, and carefully slide into the hot oil.
6

Fry for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy while keeping the yolk runny.
7

Drain on paper towels and serve hot with 4 lemon wedges.

Questions

Can I make Egg and Tuna Brik gluten-free?

Not cleanly. 4 phyllo pastry sheets, thawed has no substitute that behaves the same way in this dish. If you need strictly gluten-free, start from the gluten-free appetizer collection instead.

How long does Egg and Tuna Brik keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Egg and Tuna Brik?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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