Sardinhas Assadas (Grilled Sardines)
Sardinhas Assadas are a classic Portuguese dish, featuring fresh sardines grilled to perfection and simply seasoned. This recipe highlights the natural flavor of the fish, making for a light yet satisfying meal.
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- Total tid
- 25 min
- Portioner
- 2
- Svårighetsgrad
- Lätt
Allergeninformation: kan innehålla fisk. Kontrollera alltid ingrediensförpackningen om du har en allergi.
Förberedelser
Ingredienser
Ingredienser
- 6 stfresh sardine, whole, cleaned
- 2 mskcoarse sea salt
- 2 mskolive oil
for serving
- 0,5 stlemon, cut into wedges
Utrustning
grill · fish spatula · tongs · serving platter
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Steg för steg
- 1
Rinse the fresh sardines under cold water and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels.
Cirka 2 min
Kockens tips: Ensuring the sardines are very dry helps them crisp up nicely on the grill.
- 2
Season the sardines generously on all sides with the coarse sea salt.
Cirka 1 min
Kockens tips: Don't be shy with the salt; it helps draw out moisture and flavor the fish.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Cirka 8 min
Kockens tips: A hot grill prevents sticking and creates a good sear.
- 4
Lightly brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent the fish from sticking.
- 5
Place the seasoned sardines directly on the hot grill.
- 6
Grill for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the skin is crispy and slightly charred, and the flesh is cooked through.
Cirka 10 min
Kockens tips: The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the sardines and your grill's heat. The fish should easily flake when done.
- 7
Carefully remove the grilled sardines from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter.
Cirka 1 min
Kockens tips: Use a fish spatula to avoid breaking the delicate fish.
- 8
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Kockens tips: These are traditionally eaten with boiled potatoes or a simple salad.
Håll det gott
Store any leftover grilled sardines in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in an oven or on a pan to avoid drying out, though they are best eaten fresh.