Tuna Macaroni Salad
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This macaroni salad is packed with the savory flavor of tuna. By adding milk to the dressing, the macaroni stays plump and tender even after it cools down, preventing it from hardening. It's the perfect dish for bento boxes or meal prep.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Boil the macaroni for 1 minute longer than the package instructions, toss with olive oil, and let cool completely. → Boil the egg for 10 minutes, chill in an ice water bath, and chop finely. → Soak the onion in vinegar water to remove the sharp bite, and salt the cucumber to draw out excess moisture, then squeeze dry. → Whisk together the seasonings (mayonnaise, milk, Shiro-dashi, grated cheese, etc.) to create a smooth sauce. → Add all ingredients to the sauce, toss well, and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Boil the macaroni for 1 minute longer than the package instructions, toss with olive oil, and let cool completely. → Boil the egg for 10 minutes, chill in an ice water bath, and chop finely. → Soak the onion in vinegar water to remove the sharp bite, and salt the cucumber to draw out excess moisture, then squeeze dry. → Whisk together the seasonings (mayonnaise, milk, Shiro-dashi, grated cheese, etc.) to create a smooth sauce. → Add all ingredients to the sauce, toss well, and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
Introduction
This macaroni salad is packed with the savory flavor of tuna. By adding milk to the dressing, the macaroni stays plump and tender even after it cools down, preventing it from hardening. It's the perfect dish for bento boxes or meal prep.
Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil, add 1 teaspoon of salt (not listed in ingredients), add the macaroni, and cook for 1 minute longer than the package directions.
Step 2
Drain the cooked macaroni, toss with 2 teaspoons of olive oil, and let it cool thoroughly.
Step 3
Bring a pot of water to a boil, add 1 teaspoon of salt (not listed), gently add a cold egg, boil for 10 minutes, and immediately place in an ice water bath for about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Thinly slice the onion and soak in water mixed with 1 teaspoon of vinegar (not listed) for 10 minutes to remove the sharp taste.
Step 5
Thinly slice the cucumber, toss with 1/2 teaspoon of salt (not listed), and let sit for 5 minutes.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Boiling the macaroni 1 minute longer than the recommended time helps it stay plump and prevents it from hardening when cooled. 💡
Make sure the macaroni is completely cooled before mixing with the sauce. Mixing while warm can cause the mayonnaise to separate. ⚠️
Squeeze the moisture out of the cucumber and onion thoroughly to prevent the salad from becoming watery. ⚠️
If it feels dry the next day, add a little milk instead of more mayonnaise to restore the creamy texture. ✨
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