Try this homemade Tender Simmered Sardines with Umeboshi Pickled Plums recipe the whole family will love. Made with Sardines, Water, Sugar and Soy sauce…
This Tender Simmered Sardines with Umeboshi Pickled Plums relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as small sardines, water, each sugar and mirin and soy sauce. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 104 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026