Mediterranean Sardines with Lemon and Garlic Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Sardines with Lemon and Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise; 1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons finely diced pickles; 2 tablespoons finely diced pickled sweet red pepper; 1 tablespoon minced red onion; 1 tablespoon minced brined capers; 1/2 lemon, juiced; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives; 3 dashes hot sauce; Pinch cayenne; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 8 whole large, fresh sardines, cleaned but with head and tail intact; Flaky sea salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 8 sprigs fresh thyme; 8 sprigs fresh oregano; 1 lemon, cut into thin wheels; 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; Extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons finely diced pickles
2 tablespoons finely diced pickled sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon minced red onion
1 tablespoon minced brined capers
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
3 dashes hot sauce
Pinch cayenne
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 whole large, fresh sardines, cleaned but with head and tail intact
Flaky sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
8 sprigs fresh thyme
8 sprigs fresh oregano
1 lemon, cut into thin wheels
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Extra-virgin olive oil

1
For the spicy tartar: Combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, pickles, red pepper, onion, capers, lemon juice, tarragon, chives, hot sauce and cayenne in a mixing bowl.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Stir well, then cover and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes to allow flavors to come together.
4
For the sardines: Preheat a grill to high.
5
Rinse the sardines in cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
6
Season the cavity of each sardine with salt and pepper, then place a sprig of thyme and oregano inside each along with a few slices of lemon and garlic.
7
Season outside with salt and pepper.
8
Carefully tie the sardines with butchers twine to help keep them closed during grilling.
9
Wipe down the grill grates with a towel dipped in oil to clean and create a non-stick surface.
10
Carefully place sardines across grates and grill for 3 to 4 minutes, until skin blisters and chars around the edges.
11
Using a spatula, carefully turn the sardines and grill for a further 2 to 3 minutes to cook through.
12
When done, remove to a platter and keep warm until ready to serve.
13
Serve the sardines slathered with the Spicy Tartar.

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* 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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise, 1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons finely diced pickles, 2 tablespoons finely diced pickled sweet red pepper, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Sardines with Lemon and Garlic 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.

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Mediterranean Sardines with Lemon and Garlic

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Variations & substitutions

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