Stuffed Fried Sardines Recipe

Name: Stuffed Fried Sardines
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chopped raisins; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 large scallion, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley; 1 tablespoon fine, dry bread crumbs; 1/4 cup finely chopped serrano ham; 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel or fennel pollen; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 16 sardinesbutterflied, spines removed, heads and tails removed (optional); All-purpose flour, for dredging; 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon water; Extra-virgin olive oil, for frying

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons chopped raisins
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 large scallion, minced
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon fine, dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped serrano ham
1/2 teaspoon ground fennel or fennel pollen
Salt and freshly ground pepper
16 sardinesbutterflied, spines removed, heads and tails removed (optional)
All-purpose flour, for dredging
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon water
Extra-virgin olive oil, for frying

1
In a small bowl, mix the raisins with the lemon juice, scallion, parsley, bread crumbs, chopped ham and ground fennel.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Open a sardine and place a rounded teaspoon of the filling on one side of the fish.
4
Close the sardine, pressing the halves together firmly.
5
Repeat with the remaining sardines and filling.
6
Spread flour in a shallow bowl.
7
Place the eggs in another shallow bowl and beat the water into the eggs.
8
Dredge the sardines in the flour, then dip them into the egg mixture to thoroughly coat, letting the excess drip off.
9
Dredge the sardines again in the flour and shake off any excess.
10
In a large skillet, heat 1/4 inch of olive oil until shimmering.
11
Add half of the sardines and fry over moderately high heat until golden brown and crisp, about 2 minutes per side.
12
Drain the sardines briefly on paper towels and transfer to plates.
13
Repeat with the remaining sardines.

2967

kcal

Calories

331

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 tablespoons chopped raisins, 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 large scallion, minced, 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Fried Sardines 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.

Stuffed Fried Sardines

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