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.

Leonese-style Grilled Sardines (Sardinas a la Parrilla a la Leonés)

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

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, olive oil, and chopped parsley.
  3. Season the cleaned sardines with salt and pepper, then brush them generously with the garlic and olive oil mixture.
  4. 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.
  5. 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