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Grilled Portuguese Sardines

Charred sardines marinated with olive oil, garlic, paprika, rosemary, lemon, and red chilli, then grilled until caramelised.

  • 3 hr 25 min
  • 320 kcal
  • Pescatarian
  • Portuguese
  • Seafood
  • Gluten-free
  • Dairy-free

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Grilled Portuguese Sardines

Ingredients

For 2 servings

Steps

  1. Step 1:

    Put all the ingredients except the sardines into a bowl and mix with some seasoning.

  2. Step 2:

    Pour the mixture into a baking dish.

  3. Step 3:

    Add the sardines and toss really well.

  4. Step 4:

    Cover and chill for a few hours.

  5. Step 5:

    Heat a barbecue or griddle pan until hot.

  6. Step 6:

    Cook the sardines for 4–5 minutes on each side, or until really caramelised and charred.

    4–5 min
  7. Step 7:

    Transfer the sardines to a serving plate.

  8. Step 8:

    Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with a little more paprika.

  9. Step 9:

    Squeeze the lemon wedges over the sardines.

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