Add the eggs4.
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Step 5
Add a pinch of freshly ground mixed pepper5.
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Step 6
Stir well to mix all ingredients6.
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Step 7
Add two tablespoons of breadcrumbs and mix again; if the mixture is still too soft and sticky, add more breadcrumbs7.
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Step 8
Take some of the mixture and shape the cutlets8.
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Step 9
Pass the tuna cutlets in the flour, pressing well with your hands to make it stick9.
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Step 10
Dip the tuna cutlets in the well-beaten eggs10.
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Step 11
Drain the cutlets from the egg and roll them in the breadcrumbs, turning them several times so that they are well breaded on all sides11.
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Step 12
Heat the extra virgin olive oil and, once it reaches temperature, you can test it by dipping a pinch of breadcrumbs into the oil: if it immediately returns to the surface forming bubbles, it means it has the right temperature. Gently place the tuna cutlets in the pot12.
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Step 13
Bubbles will form around the cutlets, cook for a few minutes13.
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Step 14
Turn the cutlets using a slotted spoon and a spoon14.
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Step 15
Cook the tuna cutlets on both sides until they take on a nice golden colour15. Drain the tuna cutlets on a plate with kitchen paper.
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Step 16
Arrange the tuna cutlets on a tray and serve immediately on the table, accompanied by a green salad and a sauce of your choice16.
storage
Raw tuna cutlets can be stored in the refrigerator, in a special airtight container, for a maximum of 1 day before cooking them. Once cooked, they will keep for 2 days and can be heated for a few minutes in the oven, pan, microwave or air fryer
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