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Spicy Tuna Melt Sandwich Recipe with a Kick

Get ready to elevate your lunch game with this bold twist on the classic tuna melt sandwich. With the added heat of chipotle chiles, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro, this recipe is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Easy and Quick to Make

This recipe yields 2 large or 4 small sandwiches and can be prepared in just 20 minutes, with only 15 minutes of active cooking time. It’s perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.

Gather Your Ingredients

• 1 (5-ounce) can of high-quality tuna packed in olive oil
• 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon of whole-grain mustard
• 1 small jalapeño pepper, stemmed and minced
• 1 tablespoon of finely chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup of shredded Monterey jack cheese
• 1/4 cup of canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, puréed
• 4 large or 8 half slices of good-quality sourdough bread

Assemble and Broil

First, turn on your broiler and arrange a rack 6 inches below the element. In a small bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, jalapeño, and cilantro. Mix well to combine using a fork.

Next, combine the cheeses in another small bowl. Lightly toast the bread on both sides and brush one side of each slice with the chipotle purée. Evenly distribute the tuna salad on half the slices and sprinkle with the cheese mixture.

Transfer the tuna-and-cheese-covered slices to a baking sheet and place under the broiler. Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Serve and Enjoy

Top with the reserved toasted bread slices and serve immediately. This spicy tuna melt sandwich is sure to become a new favorite in your household.