Morrillos de Atún en Aceite de Oliva – Spanish Canned Tuna 200g

Morrillos are the delicate, prized cuts from the throat and jaw of Atlantic tuna—tender morsels that Spanish fishmongers and home cooks have savored for generations. This 200-gram tin preserves those choice pieces in extra virgin olive oil, delivering the kind of understated luxury that needs no marketing copy.

About this product

Unlike the more common solid fillets, morrillos offer a softer, almost butter-like texture that dissolves on the tongue. Each tin is a small reserve of the Cantabrian fishing tradition, where tuna has been canned at peak freshness for over a century. The olive oil bath keeps them moist and adds a gentle fruity note that complements rather than masks the tuna's subtle brininess.

How to enjoy

• Serve straight from the tin on toast with a squeeze of lemon and fleur de sel.
• Toss into a warm white-bean and spinach salad with sherry vinegar and the oil from the tin.
• Layer with roasted red peppers and a scatter of parsley for a simple tapa.
• Flake gently into a classic Salade Niçoise or onto a bed of bitter greens.

Product details

• Net weight: 200g
• Origin: Spain
• Brand: El Corte Inglés Club del Gourmet
• EAN: 8422217001458
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place. Once opened, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.

⭐ Why we love this

Morrillos represent the pinnacle of Spanish tuna craft—these prized throat and jaw cuts embody the resourcefulness and respect for the whole fish that defines Cantabrian fishing culture. The butter-soft texture and delicate flavor make this a Spanish gourmet staple that elevates even the simplest plate.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Serve alongside a crisp Albariño or a dry Fino sherry to echo the sea's salinity, or pair with toasted Iberian bread and a good Manzanilla. The gentle oil and tender morrillos also shine alongside fresh tomatoes, white beans, or as a standalone tapa with just lemon and fleur de sel.

📍 From Spain

Sourced from the Cantabrian coast, a region revered for over a century of Atlantic tuna fishing and canning at peak freshness. This El Corte Inglés Club del Gourmet selection captures the maritime heritage of Spain's northwest, where traditional methods preserve the delicate morrillos in extra virgin Spanish olive oil.