Recipe of the day: Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles at an affordable price

Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles are a quick, satisfying meal perfect for busy days. This dish combines savory tuna, creamy melted cheese, and protein-rich eggs with tender noodles.

Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles

Serves: 2

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Cost per recipe: Serves 2 for under R70

Ingredients:

• 2 x 70 g packets cheese flavoured instant noodles
• 80 ml (⅓ cup) 1000 island dressing
• 170 g tin shredded tuna in brine, drained
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
• Small handful chives, chopped
• 80 ml (⅓ cup) cheddar, grated

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Method:

1. Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions (with the spice sachet). Drain, reserving 80 ml (⅓ cup) of the cooking liquid.
2. Combine the reserved cooking liquid with the dressing, tuna, eggs, and chives. Stir through the noodles. Divide between two microwave-safe serving bowls.
3. Sprinkle the cheddar over the noodles and microwave for about 3 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Garnish with extra chives.

Supplied by: Sapoultry.co.za

Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles

Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles are a quick, satisfying meal perfect for busy days. This dish combines savory tuna, creamy melted cheese, and protein-rich eggs with tender noodles.

• Author: Sapoultry.co.za
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 2 1x
• Category: Lunch, Dinner
• Method: cook
• Cuisine: South African

Ingredients

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• 2 x 70 g packets cheese flavoured instant noodles
• 80 ml (⅓ cup) 1000 island dressing
• 170 g tin shredded tuna in brine, drained
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
• Small handful chives, chopped
• 80 ml (⅓ cup) cheddar, grated

Instructions

1. Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions (with the spice sachet). Drain, reserving 80 ml (⅓ cup) of the cooking liquid.
2. Combine the reserved cooking liquid with the dressing, tuna, eggs, and chives. Stir through the noodles. Divide between two microwave-safe serving bowls.
3. Sprinkle the cheddar over the noodles and microwave for about 3 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Garnish with extra chives.

Notes

Serves 2 for under R70

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