Best 2 Sardinhas A Setubal Portuguese Baked Sardines Recipes
"Sardinhas assadas à Setúbal" or "Portuguese Baked Sardines" is a traditional Portuguese dish that is a staple in many homes across the country, especially during the summer months. This delectable dish is prepared with fresh sardines that are carefully cleaned, scaled, and marinated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, white wine, and a blend of Portuguese herbs and spices. The marinated sardines are then expertly grilled or baked until they achieve a crispy exterior and a tender, succulent interior, resulting in a dish that is bursting with coastal flavors and aromas.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
SARDINHAS A SETUBAL / PORTUGUESE BAKED SARDINES
I am working though posting some recipes from my Portuguese cookbooks, this is adapted from Portuguese cooking by Hilaire Walden. I plan on making this recipe but if you make it before I do, I would appreciate the feedback.
Provided by kiwidutch
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Brush the fish with half of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Use the rest of the olive oil to grease a shallow oven dish.
- Combine the tomatoes, onion, garlic, parsley, dill, a little more salt, pepper and the wine and spread evenly over the bottom of the oven dish. Place the sardines on top of the tomato mixture and spoon a little of the mixture over the sardines.
- Bake until fish is cooked (depends on the size of the sardines) between 10-20 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.7, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 362.3, Sodium 1297.6, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 63.7
SARDINHAS ASSADAS / PORTUGUESE GRILLED SARDINES
I am working though posting some recipes from my Portuguese cookbooks, this one is adapted from Portuguese cooking by Hilaire Walden. I plan on making this recipe but if you make it before I do, I would appreciate the feedback.
Provided by kiwidutch
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Rinse the sardines and remove the scales, then sprinkle liberally with the sea salt and leave for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill, broiler or barbecue so that it's nice and hot.
- Rinse the sardines under some water and then dry them with papertowels.
- Brush the sardines with a little olive oil and then grill for several minutes each side until they are cooked.
- Serve immediately with a dash of olive oil drizzled over the tops, and sea salt sprinkled over them.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.8, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 68.2, Sodium 242.4, Protein 11.8
Tips:
- Choose fresh sardines for the best flavor and texture. Look for fish that are bright and shiny, with firm flesh.
- If you can't find fresh sardines, you can use frozen sardines. Just thaw them completely before cooking.
- To remove the bones from the sardines, use a sharp knife to cut along the spine and then gently pull the bones out.
- To make the marinade, use a combination of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as oregano, thyme, or rosemary.
- Marinate the sardines for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to infuse them with flavor.
- Cook the sardines over medium heat until they are cooked through. This will usually take about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Serve the sardines with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
Sardinhas a Setubal is a delicious and easy-to-make Portuguese dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The sardines are marinated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper, and then grilled or baked until cooked through. Serve the sardines with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice, and enjoy!
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