Buona Beef Tuna Genovese Copycat Recipe
This Buona Beef Tuna Genovese copycat recipe is loaded with slow-cooked onions, Italian tuna in olive oil, and savory sauce on crusty bread. A messy, rich, unforgettable bite.
Ingredients
- 1 can Italian tuna in olive oil
- 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 tsp anchovy paste optional
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- Ciabatta rolls or hoagie buns
- Provolone slices optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and caramelize onions over low heat for 25–30 minutes.
- Add garlic, tomato paste, and anchovy paste; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in oregano, red pepper flakes, and beef broth. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Add tuna with oil and gently stir to combine.
- Load onto rolls with provolone, toast or press until melty.
- Serve hot with napkins and a big appetite.
Notes
- The tuna and onion mixture keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently before serving.
- Perfect with chips or a pickle.