SIMPLE GRILLED SARDINES
Grilled fresh sardines are often offered on restaurant menus, but it's very easy to make them at home, whether over hot coals or under the broiler. At the fishmonger, look for firm, shiny, glistening specimens. Sardines are a sustainable fish choice and are high in healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Most importantly, they are extremely delicious. For a Mediterranean touch, grill the fish on fig leaves: After cooking the sardines on one side, lay four fig leaves on the grill and place two fish, cooked side up, on top of each leaf to finish cooking. The fig leaves will add a subtle perfume to the sardines (they look beautiful, too), but they are not edible.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, easy, quick, seafood, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare a medium-hot charcoal fire or stovetop grill pan, or light the broiler.
- Season sardines inside and out with salt and pepper and paint both sides lightly with olive oil.
- Lay sardines on the grill and cook them on one side for about 2 minutes, until nicely browned. (Sardines rarely stick to the grill.) Carefully flip sardines and cook for about 2 minutes more, until just done.
- Transfer each portion to individual plates. Put the sliced fennel in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Dress with about 2 tablespoons olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. Place a pile of dressed fennel evenly on each plate. Serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of parsley.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 297, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 683 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
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Alex Rdz
[email protected]These sardines were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The lemon and herbs really complemented the fish and the grill gave them a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Saya Omer
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sardines, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The sardines were cooked perfectly and the lemon and herbs really helped to balance out the fishy flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a ne
Md Shahnawaz
[email protected]These sardines were delicious! I used fresh sardines and they were so moist and flavorful. The lemon and herbs really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
yxng JJ
[email protected]I love grilled sardines! This recipe is a great way to cook them. The sardines are cooked perfectly and the lemon and herbs add a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sardines.
Monjil Ahmed
[email protected]These sardines were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The lemon and herbs really complemented the fish and the grill gave them a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
muhammad wasiq
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sardines, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The sardines were cooked perfectly and the lemon and herbs really helped to balance out the fishy flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a ne
alayjah lee
[email protected]These sardines were delicious! I used fresh sardines and they were so moist and flavorful. The lemon and herbs really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Shabir Hajji
[email protected]I love grilled sardines! This recipe is a great way to cook them. The sardines are cooked perfectly and the lemon and herbs add a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sardines.
FRANK DREZ
[email protected]These sardines were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The lemon and herbs really complemented the fish and the grill gave them a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Ame Edith
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sardines, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The sardines were cooked perfectly and the lemon and herbs really helped to balance out the fishy flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a ne
Hafiz Jii
[email protected]These sardines were delicious! I used fresh sardines and they were so moist and flavorful. The lemon and herbs really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Waheed Ostad
[email protected]I love grilled sardines! This recipe is a great way to cook them. The sardines are cooked perfectly and the lemon and herbs add a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sardines.
Elishus Byars
[email protected]These sardines were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The lemon and herbs really complemented the fish and the grill gave them a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Kashif hashmi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sardines, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The sardines were cooked perfectly and the lemon and herbs really helped to balance out the fishy flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a ne
Najmul Pk
[email protected]These sardines were delicious! I used fresh sardines and they were so moist and flavorful. The lemon and herbs really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Jennifer Rutherford
[email protected]I love grilled sardines! This recipe is a great way to cook them. The sardines are cooked perfectly and the lemon and herbs add a lot of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sardines.
Abbas Shoro
[email protected]These sardines were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The lemon and herbs really complemented the fish and the grill gave them a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.