Sardines, or pilchards, are small, oily fish related to herrings. The term sardine was first used in English during the early 15th century, and may come from the Mediterranean island of Sardinia, around which sardines were once abundant. Sardines help promote heart health as they are one of the most concentrated sources of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. Recent studies also suggest that regular consumption of omega-3 fatty acids reduces the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Sardines are also a rich source of vitamins and minerals including vitamins B, D and phospho..
Source: Adapted from Food.com
By marisk
Ingredients:
6 sardines (1 can, I usually use Holmes)
1/4-1/2 cup green onion, cut in 1 inch pieces
1 inch gingerroot, peeled and minced (1 inch may be too much for some)
soy sauce (to taste)
chili pepper
1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Total Time: 5 mins
Directions:
1. Place add all ingredients in small pan.
2. Heat until done.
3. Serve over hot rice.
Servings: 1-2
Source: Food.com
By Molly53
Ingredients:
1/2 lb sardine fillet
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/8 cup seedless raisin (optional)
1 sprig fresh oregano (dried herbs may be used)
5 fresh basil leaves (dried herbs may be used)
parmesan cheese (fresh is best) or romano cheese, grated (fresh is best)
salt and pepper
1 lb pasta
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
Directions:
1. Cut fish into 1" pieces.
2. Saute garlic in olive oil over medium heat until golden.
3. Add sardines and continue to saute and stir until almost a paste (approximately 7 minutes).
4. Add tomato paste and 3 to 5 tomato paste cans of water to the fish and bring to boil.
5. Add herbs (leaves only)and raisins.
6. Reduce heat, add salt and pepper; simmer until thick.
7. Place cold water into large pot and start to the boil.
8. Boil pasta until al dente, drain and toss with sauce.
9. Serve with grated cheese on the side.
Servings: 4
Source: Adapted from Food.com
By Ppaperdoll
Ingredients:
2 slices whole wheat bread
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon spring onion (green onion)
1 (120 g) can sardines, in brine, drained and bones removed
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 3 mins
Total Time: 8 mins
Directions:
1. Lightly toast bread and spread with butter.
2. Sprinkle with onion and top with sardines. Drizzle lemon juice and season with black pepper.
3. Place under medium-low grill/broiler 2-3 minutes. (Watch carefully).
Servings: 2
Source: Adapted from Food.com
By Surfsider
Ingredients:
1 kg fresh sardine, cleaned and flattened out (butterflied)
1 cup plain flour
1/2 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 red chile, seeded & chopped
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons dry white wine
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
salt & pepper
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
Directions:
1. Dust the sardines in flour.
2. Fry them in olive oil until they are crisp& brown.
3. Transfer to a shallow dish.
4. Clean the pan and in it heat ½ cup olive oil, and fry the garlic and chilli in it very briefly.
5. Add the wine, vinegar and mint, and remove from the heat.
6. While it is still hot, pour this mixture over the fish.
7. Season to taste and leave for a couple of hours before serving.
Servings: 6
Source: Adapted from Food.com
By Rita~
Ingredients:
1 dozen hard-boiled egg, peeled and sliced in half
1 (4 1/4 ounce) sardines, drained chopped
1 shallot, diced finely
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 cup mayonnaise
salt and pepper
fresh parsley
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 5 min
Total Time: 20 min
Directions:
1. Mash egg yolks with rest of ingredients except parsley.
2. Stuff into egg whites.
3. Top with chopped parsley.
Servings: 12
