Herby Sardine Cakes Recipe

Name: Herby Sardine Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingridients & Preparation of Sardines; 700 grams fresh sardines, cleaned and chopped in tiny pieces, heads and bones discarded; 2 cups ripe or whole canned tomatoes, chopped in small pieces; 1 cup onions, coarsely grated; 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped; 1 cup all-purpose flour, or maybe more; The zest of an unwaxed lemon, thinly grated; 3 teaspoons Greek oregano; Salt; Pepper; Extra flour; Frying oil; Preparation & Cooking

Servings: persons

Ingridients & Preparation of Sardines
700 grams fresh sardines, cleaned and chopped in tiny pieces, heads and bones discarded
2 cups ripe or whole canned tomatoes, chopped in small pieces
1 cup onions, coarsely grated
1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 cup all-purpose flour, or maybe more
The zest of an unwaxed lemon, thinly grated
3 teaspoons Greek oregano
Salt
Pepper
Extra flour
Frying oil
Preparation & Cooking

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Sardines: the fresher they are, the better they will behave at cleaning. If you don't like cleaning fish, maybe they can do it for you at your local market. We prefer to do the cleaning at home because we somehow feel that it helps us get to know our food better.
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Preparation: Once the fish is clean, put it in a bowl and use your hands to mix it with the rest of the ingredients
3
You might need to adjust the quantity of flour, as the right propoortion depends on the liquids of the fish, onions, and tomatoes. The result should be ma more or less sticky mass
4
The smaller the pieces of the chopped ingredients, the better they will blend together
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Let the mixture rest in the fridge for a couple of hours.
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Cooking: Roll a sardine ball with your hands, then roll it in flour to give it a good coating.
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Do the same with the rest of the cakes
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Pour 1/2 inch olive oil in a frying pan on medium. The oil should be hot, but not too hot
9
Add the first portion of fritters (about 8) in the pan, turning them upside down until ready. This will take 4-5 minutes.
10
When cooked, place them on kitchen paper to drain the oils and contiinue with the next portion.
11
Season with fresh lemon and serve warm.

165

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingridients & Preparation of Sardines, 700 grams fresh sardines, cleaned and chopped in tiny pieces, heads and bones discarded, 2 cups ripe or whole canned tomatoes, chopped in small pieces, 1 cup onions, coarsely grated, and more.

Yes, Herby Sardine Cakes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herby Sardine Cakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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