Save Delightful, ocean-inspired mini sandwiches shaped like starfish, perfect for festive gatherings or childrens parties.
Ingredients
- Bread: 12 slices white sandwich bread (crustless)
- Filling: 120 g canned tuna in water, drained, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp finely chopped chives, Salt and pepper, to taste
- Decoration: 24 black olive slices (for eyes), 24 small capers (for decoration), 1 small carrot, peeled and finely diced (for optional star points)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Using a star shaped cookie cutter, cut out star shapes from each bread slice. You should get 24 stars.
- Step 2:
- In a bowl, mix the tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped chives, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Step 3:
- Spread a generous spoonful of the tuna mixture onto half the bread stars.
- Step 4:
- Top with the remaining bread stars to form sandwiches.
- Step 5:
- Gently press two olive slices onto one point of each sandwich to create eyes. Place a caper in the center of each olive slice.
- Step 6:
- For extra detail, use tiny carrot pieces to decorate the tips of the star points.
- Step 7:
- Arrange on a platter and serve chilled.
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Save Recipe Guide
- → How do I create the star shapes?
Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to punch out stars from crustless sandwich bread slices for uniform shapes.
- → Can I substitute tuna?
Yes, finely chopped cooked chicken can be used as an alternative filling for a different flavor profile.
- → What is the best way to decorate the sandwiches?
Attach black olive slices with capers as 'eyes' and use small diced carrots for accenting the star points.
- → Is there a recommended bread type?
White sandwich bread is standard, but whole wheat can be used for added fiber and texture.
- → How should these bites be served?
Arrange chilled on a platter and pair with crisp white wine or sparkling lemon water for adults.
- → Can extra crunch be added?
Yes, adding sweet relish or finely diced celery to the filling enhances texture and taste.