Tuna Malunggay Pockets
by Gardenia Wellness Team
Ingredients
- 4 slices Gardenia Classic White Bread
- 1 can Tuna, chunks (drained)
- 1/2 cup Malunggay. leaves
- 2 tbsp Cheese
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
Procedure
- Trim the crusts off the slices of Gardenia Classic White Bread and roll a little (not completely flat). Set aside
- In a pot of salted boiling water, blanch the malunggay leaves. Set aside and cool down.
- Cut cheese into small cubes.
- In a bowl, mix together drained tuna, malunggay leaves, cheese cubes, mayo, salt, and pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed
- Starting with a flattened slice of Gardenia Classic White Bread, add a dollop of the tuna mixture in the middle of the slice.
- Place another flattened slice on top and press the edges with a fork to crimp (seal) the edges.
- Optional: Brush the edges with a little water so the bread sticks better.
- Crimp all around the edges until all sides of the bread are sealed.
- Optional: Toast the pockets until golden brown.
- Transfer to a serving container, plate, or platter
- Serve and enjoy!