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Chapter 8: Seafood, The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

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This simple yet elegant sardine dish highlights the natural briny flavor of fresh seafood. Whole sardines, carefully prepared and grilled or pan-seared until crispy, are tossed with a light, creamy mayonnaise dressing. The result is a textural contrast between the tender fish and the smooth sauce, offering a satisfying bite. Perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or as part of a Mediterranean mezze spread. It&# 226;€™s an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and requires minimal ingredients, making it an accessible recipe for everyday cooking. Serve it on crusty bread or alongside fresh greens for a complete meal.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 675.0
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This simple yet elegant sardine dish highlights the natural briny flavor of fresh seafood. Whole sardines, carefully prepared and grilled or pan-seared until crispy, are tossed with a light, creamy mayonnaise dressing. The result is a textural contrast between the tender fish and the smooth sauce, offering a satisfying bite. Perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or as part of a Mediterranean mezze spread. It&# 226;€™s an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and requires minimal ingredients, making it an accessible recipe for everyday cooking. Serve it on crusty bread or alongside fresh greens for a complete meal.
Ingredients
  • 12 (2- to 3-ounce) whole sardines, scaled, gutted, fins snipped off with scissors
  • 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Pat the sardines dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. 3
    Place the sardines on the hot grill or skillet.
  4. 4
    Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the skin is crispy and the flesh is opaque.
  5. 5
    Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter.
  6. 6
    Drizzle or spread the mayonnaise over the warm sardines.
  7. 7
    Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 675.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.6g60%
Saturated Fat 8.3g42%
Cholesterol 427.1mg143%
Sodium 1182.0mg50%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 72.1g145%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: sardines, seafood, mediterranean, salad, mayonnaise, grilled, pan-seared, quick, lunch, dinner, omega-3, protein, easy, whole fish, healthy, simple, flaky, briny, creamy, fresh
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