Grilled sardines with crisp paprika bread crumbs
Bring back memories of holidays in Spain or Portugal with this classic summer fish dish. A perfect excuse for firing up the BBQ midweek.
SERVES 2.
Grilled sardines are a great source of omega 3
INGREDIENTS
- 4-6 sardines, depending on size
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 thick slice bread, blitzed into crumbs
- 1 tsp paprika
- Handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- Lemon or lime wedges, to serve
METHOD
- Heat grill or light the barbecue. Season the sardines inside and out, then grill or barbecue for five minutes until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan. Fry the garlic for one minute, add the crumbs and paprika, then fry over a fairly high heat, stirring until the crumbs are crisp. Stir in the chopped parsley.
- Serve the sardines scattered with the crumbs and lemon or lime wedges. Great with a fresh salad.
