Posted on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 in Seafood Recipes

Portuguese Grilled Sardines (Sardinhas Grelhadas)

Enjoy the authentic taste of Portuguese grilled sardines (Sardinhas Grelhadas), perfectly seasoned and char-grilled for a smoky, flavorful seafood experience.
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Portuguese Grilled Sardines (Sardinhas Grelhadas)

Preparation time 20 min
Cooking Time 35 min
Ready In 55 min
Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings4

Ingredients

2 large potatoes, peeled, cut into 2cm pieces1 tablespoon hot smoked paprika1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil2 tomatoes, roughly chopped1 red onion, halved, thinly slicedHandful of coriander sprigs1 teaspoon lemon juice8-12 fresh sardines1 lemon, quartered
2 large potatoes, peeled, cut into 2cm pieces1 tablespoon hot smoked paprika1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil2 tomatoes, roughly chopped1 red onion, halved, thinly slicedHandful of coriander sprigs1 teaspoon lemon juice8-12 fresh sardines1 lemon, quartered
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Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Cook the potatoes in a pan of simmering salted water for 8-10 minutes until almost tender, then drain well.
  2. Toss potatoes with paprika and 1 tablespoon oil. Season and spread on a large lined baking tray, then roast for 20 minutes or until golden.
  3. When the potatoes are done, toss in the tomatoes, onion, coriander, lemon juice and olives oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Increase the chargrill pan or barbecue heat to high. Brush the sardines and the grill with a little olive oil to help prevent sticking. Sprinkle the sardines with 1 teaspoon sea salt – the soft-flaked variety is best – then cook the sardines for 2-3 minutes each side until the skin is scorched and bubbling.
  5. Divide the sardines among plates, then top with the salad and serve with lemon.
  • Recipe & Photo Credit: Jill Dupleix, food writer

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Clare Doty
Clare Doty
How do you get rid of the fishy smell in Sardines?
4 Years ago, Saturday, July 31, 2021
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If you cook the sardines indoors, heat a small pot over medium heat with water, a teaspoon of cinnamon and the peel from one orange, once it comes to a boil, turn the heat down and just let it simmer, that should help.
4 Years ago, Saturday, July 31, 2021
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