Leonese-style Grilled Sardines (Sardinas a la Parrilla a la Leonés)
Sardinas a la Parrilla a la Leonés, or Leonese-style Grilled Sardines, is a traditional dish from the region of León in Spain. This simple yet flavorful recipe showcases the delicious taste of fresh sardines, seasoned with just a few key ingredients and grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
- 8 fresh sardines, cleaned and gutted
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, olive oil, and chopped parsley.
- Season the cleaned sardines with salt and pepper, then brush them generously with the garlic and olive oil mixture.
- Place the sardines on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have a nice charred exterior.
- Remove the sardines from the grill and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 10g
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Basting brush
Tools
Grill Tongs Basting brush
Serving suggestions
Sardinas a la Parrilla a la Leonés are best served hot off the grill, accompanied by a fresh green salad and crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use the freshest sardines you can find and adjust the grilling time based on the size of the fish.
Cost
$10