SERVES: 6
Ingredients
- 18 sardines*, gutted, cleaned, scaled, patted dry
- 1 tsp coarse kosher salt
- 3 tbsp coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
- 3 tbsp coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley
- 2 tsp finely grated lemon peel
- 3 tbsp finely chopped red onion
- olive oil, (for brushing)
- lemon wedges, (for garnish)
Directions
Place sardines in 11 x 7 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle fish with one teaspoon coarse salt. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Combine cilantro, parsley, and lemon peel in small bowl. Mix olives and onion in another small bowl. Brush sardines lightly with oil. Sprinkle half of herb mixture over sardines; turn to coat. Grill sardines until just opaque in center, one to two minutes per side, depending on size.
Arrange sardines on platter. Sprinkle with olive mixture, then remaining herb mixture. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with lemon wedges.
*Alvor products that can be used in this recipe:
Courtesy: Epicurious.com
