Canned Sardine Fritters: Fritelle Sarde

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   In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the canned sardines, eggs, garlic, parsley, pepperonchini, bread crumbs and cheese.

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   Using a wooden spoon stir lightly, not to mash mixture.

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   Set fish mixture aside.

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   Fill a deep pot no more than halfway full with the olive oil.

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   Heat over a medium flame until the temperature reaches 350 degrees F. The oil should remain at or around this temperature throughout the frying process.

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   Using a spoon, make fritters into semi-balls.

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   When the oil reaches temperature, gently drop the fish balls into the hot oil.

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   Be careful not to splatter the oil.

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   Fry each fritter to a golden brown, about 2 minutes.

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    Carefully remove the cooked fritters with a slotted spoon and reserve on a serving dish.

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    Repeat until all of the fish mixture has been used.

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    These fritters are best served hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.