Crispy Spanish-Style Fried Sardines for a Quick Tapas Treat

This Quick Spanish-Style Fried Sardines recipe brings the essence of Spain to your kitchen, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 sardines

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Spanish

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Frying

1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Essential for achieving rich flavor and crisp texture.
1 can Small Sardines in Olive Oil Canned sardines provide robust flavor.

For the Coating

1 cup All-Purpose Flour Offers a crispy coating.
2 large Cage-Free Organic Eggs Binds the coating and adds richness.

For the Aioli

1/2 cup Low Fat Mayonnaise Adds creaminess to the aioli.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best for flavor.
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Balances the richness of the aioli.

Seasonings & Garnishes

1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Adds freshness and color.
1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste.
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
2 pieces Lemon Wedges For garnishing.

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Slotted spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Gently open the can of sardines and drain them well. Set aside on a plate.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, parsley, sea salt, and black pepper.
Place flour in a shallow dish for coating sardines.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Dip sardines in flour, then egg wash. Fry for 2 minutes on each side.
Prepare garlic aioli by mixing mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.
Arrange fried sardines on a platter. Serve with aioli and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sardineCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fry sardines in small batches to prevent overcrowding. Keep cooked sardines warm in a low-temperature oven.

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