Protein, good fats and budget friendly: Canned fish is the ideal dinner ingredient
Turn a potato salad into a protein and veggie packed meal with some easy pantry staples and fresh greens. (ABC News: Heidi Sze)
Full of protein, good fats, and budget-friendly to boot, canned fish is an unsung hero of our pantries, and it is not just for topping your lunch.
These recipes turn canned fish, whether it be tuna, salmon or sardines, into delicious meals that come together easily.
And if salmon is your pick over tuna, just swap it out; the recipes will work well with either.
Herby potato salad with green beans and tuna
If you are not a tuna fan, this dish works well with other protein like boiled eggs or cannellini beans. (ABC News: Heidi Sze)
Potato salad becomes a hearty dinner and excellent lunch box filler in this zesty, loaded version where you can pick your toppings.
Crispy and fragrant tuna cakes
Kishwar Chowdhury says versions of this crispy croquette are often found in the homes of Bangladeshis abroad. (Supplied: Hardie Grant Books/Armelle Habib)
Inspired by a Bengali dish that requires deboning fresh mackerel and tuna, these affordable and accessible tinned fish patties are crispy, perfectly spiced and very forgiving to make.
Tuna mornay bake with a crispy green-caper crumb
This classic tuna bake is given a new twist with extra herbs and a zesty, crispy crumb. (ABC News: David Sier)
Tuna mornay is nostalgic, sure, but it persists for a reason and with its crispy top and mac-and-cheese vibe, it's yummy and a good way to get kids to eat tinned fish.
Shallot and sardine pasta
This pasta will be on the table in 35 minutes and needs just a few fresh ingredients. (ABC News: Heidi Sze)
Looking for a way to use sustainable sardines that doesn't feel too fishy? This is it. This pasta is sweet and zesty, and once you make it, you'll be back for more.
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