Fried Sardines
Crispy and flavorful fried sardines, perfect as a quick appetizer or a satisfying main dish with a Mediterranean touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g fresh sardines, cleaned
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the sardines dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dredge each sardine in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
- Carefully place sardines in the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
- Remove fried sardines and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra zest, serve with a garlic aioli or sprinkle chili flakes for a bit of heat.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/crispy-fried-sardines-recipe/