Baby Sardine & Tomato Saute with Polenta Recipe

Name: Baby Sardine & Tomato Saute with Polenta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pack Baby sardines; 4 tbsp Panko; 2 tsp Parsley, minced; 1 tsp Dried basil; 5 shakes Oregano; 5 shakes Thyme; 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese; 1 dash White wine; 1 dash Salt and pepper; 2 tbsp Tomato sauce; 1 Olive oil; 1 clove Sliced garlic; 10 tbsp Cornmeal; 500 ml Water; 1 dash Salt; 1 Shredded cheese

Servings: persons

1 pack Baby sardines
4 tbsp Panko
2 tsp Parsley, minced
1 tsp Dried basil
5 shakes Oregano
5 shakes Thyme
1 tbsp Parmesan cheese
1 dash White wine
1 dash Salt and pepper
2 tbsp Tomato sauce
1 Olive oil
1 clove Sliced garlic
10 tbsp Cornmeal
500 ml Water
1 dash Salt
1 Shredded cheese

1
Remove the heads and insides from the baby sardines.
2
Open them with your finger and remove the bones.
3
Marinate in white wine and the herbs.
4
Combine the panko, Parmesan cheese, and herbs to create a fragrant panko mixture.
5
Dry the sardines with a paper towel.
6
Coat the sardines completely with the panko mixture.
7
Place the garlic and the olive oil in a pan and heat until fragrant.
8
Add the sardines and fry on low heat.
9
They taste best if well browned.
10
Lastly add the tomato sauce.
11
This is the package of polenta that I used.
12
Add salt to hot water and gradually add the cornmeal while stirring.
13
Once all of the cornmeal has been added, continue stirring.
14
Stir continuously for about 20 minutes.
15
Since the flavor is so simple, I added some shredded cheese.
16
Continue stirring and kneading until it becomes the texture of mashed potatoes.
17
Then it's ready.
18
Arrange the polenta and sardines on a plate and it's all done.

898

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pack Baby sardines, 4 tbsp Panko, 2 tsp Parsley, minced, 1 tsp Dried basil, and more.

Yes, Baby Sardine & Tomato Saute with Polenta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baby Sardine & Tomato Saute with Polenta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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