Grilled Sardines with Portuguese Flair

Ingredients

• 8 fresh sardines, cleaned and gutted 8 fresh sardines, cleaned and gutted
• 4 tablespoons olive oil 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 1g, 0g
• Protein: 26g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
3. 3.
   Place the sardines in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Make sure each fish is coated evenly. Let them marinate for 15-20 minutes.
4. 4.
   Remove the sardines from the marinade and place them on the preheated grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
5. 5.
   Transfer the grilled sardines to a serving platter and garnish with additional fresh herbs, if desired.
6. 6.
   Serve hot with roasted potatoes and a fresh salad.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Sardines — Ensure that the sardines are fresh and properly cleaned before marinating. If fresh sardines are not available, you can use frozen sardines, but make sure to thaw them completely before grilling.

Tips & Tricks

• To prevent the sardines from sticking to the grill, lightly oil the grates before placing the fish on them.
• Serve the grilled sardines with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an extra burst of flavor.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
• Make sure to cook the sardines just until they are opaque and flake easily with a fork to avoid overcooking.

Serving advice

Serve the Grilled Sardines as the main course of a Portuguese-inspired meal. Accompany them with roasted potatoes, a fresh salad, and crusty bread to complete the experience.

Presentation advice

Arrange the grilled sardines on a platter, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon wedges. The vibrant colors of the fish and herbs will make for an enticing presentation.