Tomato and Tuna Stew
Enjoy the bold, comforting flavors. A rich tomato-based dish made with tender tuna, onions, peppers, and warm spices. Easy to prepare with everyday ingredients, this vibrant West African stew pairs perfectly with rice, bread, pasta, or plantains.
Updated : 18 November, 2025
Easy
About 20 min.
Ingredients
2 can
Canned tuna
1
Onion
2
Garlic
1 tablespoon
Ginger
3
Tomato
2 tablespoon
Tomato paste
1
Chili pepper
1 teaspoon
Curry
1 teaspoon
Ground paprika
0.5 teaspoon
Thyme
to taste
Salt
to taste
Ground black pepper
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until soft and lightly golden. Add garlic, ginger, and chili; fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 2
Add tomato paste and fry for 2 minutes to remove the acidity. Add chopped fresh tomatoes (or you can use canned tomatoes).
Step 3
Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and saucy. Add curry powder, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper.
Step 4
Gently stir in the drained tuna. Break it into chunks - not too fine.
Step 5
Simmer for 5-7 minutes so the fish absorbs the flavors. Serve hot with rice.
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