Grilled Sardines

Grilled Sardines

Fresh sardines brushed with garlic and lemon, grilled until crispy and served with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh herbs.

⏱ 15 minServes 4Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 8 fresh sardines, cleaned and gutted
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lemons
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. 1Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  2. 2In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3Pat sardines dry and brush both sides generously with the garlic-oil mixture.
  4. 4Grill sardines for 3-4 minutes per side until skin is crispy and flesh is cooked through.
  5. 5Transfer grilled sardines to a serving platter and squeeze fresh lemon juice over them.
  6. 6Garnish with chopped parsley and cilantro, then drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
  7. 7Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

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