Posted on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 in
Seafood Recipes
Authentic Portuguese Smoky Grilled Sardines Recipe
Enjoy this authentic Portuguese smoky grilled sardines (sardinhas grelhadas), perfectly seasoned and char-grilled for a smoky, flavorful seafood experience.
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Preparation time | 20 min |
Cooking Time | 35 min |
Ready In | 55 min |
Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Servings | 4 |
Ingredients
2 large potatoes, peeled, cut into 2cm pieces1 tablespoon hot smoked paprika1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil2 tomatoes, roughly chopped1 red onion, halved, thinly slicedHandful of coriander sprigs1 teaspoon lemon juice8-12 fresh sardines1 lemon, quartered
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Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C. Cook the potatoes in a pan of simmering salted water for 8-10 minutes until almost tender, then drain well.
- Toss potatoes with paprika and 1 tablespoon oil. Season and spread on a large lined baking tray, then roast for 20 minutes or until golden.
- When the potatoes are done, toss in the tomatoes, onion, coriander, lemon juice and olives oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Increase the chargrill pan or barbecue heat to high. Brush the sardines and the grill with a little olive oil to help prevent sticking. Sprinkle the sardines with 1 teaspoon sea salt – the soft-flaked variety is best – then cook the sardines for 2-3 minutes each side until the skin is scorched and bubbling.
- Divide the sardines among plates, then top with the salad and serve with lemon.
Recipe & Photo Credit: Jill Dupleix, food writer
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Comments

Clare Doty
How do you get rid of the fishy smell in Sardines?
4 Years ago, Saturday, July 31, 2021