Canned sardines are a secret weapon in the kitchen! Packed with flavor and nutrients, they’re perfect for creating exciting and easy dishes. This list offers 5 must-try recipe ideas, whether you’re a beginner cook or a seasoned pro. Get ready to discover the versatility of canned sardines!
Herbed sardine spread
This recipe is not only simple to prepare , but it will also delight all gourmands as an aperitif . To make it, simply mix the following ingredients in a food processor:
- 1 can of sardines in olive oil (drained)
- 100g of St-Môret type fresh cheese
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 chopped shallot
- 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley
Serve this delicious spread on grilled toast, accompanied by some raw vegetables for a fresh and original aperitif.
2. Pasta gratin with sardines and cherry tomatoes
Ingredients :
For a touch of originality , dare to include canned sardines in one of your favorite family dishes: gratin ! To make this tasty pasta gratin, follow the list of ingredients:
- 250g pasta (penne or fusilli, for example)
- 200g cherry tomatoes
- 2 cans of sardines in olive oil (drained)
- 20cl of light liquid cream
- Salt and pepper
- 100g grated cheese (Emmental, Gruyere, etc.)
Preparation :
Cook the pasta as directed on the package. Meanwhile, crumble the sardines in a salad bowl, then add the cherry tomatoes cut in half and the liquid cream. Mix well and season to taste . Drain the pasta and mix it with the sardine sauce. Pour everything into a gratin dish, sprinkle with grated cheese and bake at 180°C for around 25 minutes , until the top is golden.
3. Sardine bruschetta with pesto
Combine the rustic flavor of canned sardines and the creaminess of homemade pesto to make this delicious and original starter. Follow the recipe below:
- 1 baguette or 4 slices of country bread
- 2 cans of sardines in olive oil (drained)
- 50g grated parmesan
- 100g pine nuts
- 1 bunch of fresh basil
- 1 clove of garlic
- Salt and pepper
Lightly toast the slices of bread in the oven , then set aside on a baking sheet. Prepare the pesto by blending the basil, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan and a little olive oil until you obtain a creamy consistency. Crumble the sardines and mix them with the pesto preparation.
Spread each slice of toast generously with this tasty mixture of sardines and herbs, then bake again for a few minutes under the grill so that the bruschettas are nice and hot. Serve these delicious toasts accompanied by a green salad , for a flavorful starter.
4. Sardine and spinach quiche
Canned sardines and spinach combine wonderfully in this delicious and tasty quiche. Here’s how to prepare it:
- 1 shortcrust pastry
- 2 cans of sardines in olive oil (drained)
- 300g fresh spinach
- 15cl of light thick crème fraîche
- 3 eggs
- 150g grated cheese of your choice (Gruyère, Emmental, etc.)
- Salt, pepper and nutmeg
Line a tart mold with the shortcrust pastry, then prick the bottom with a fork. Cook the spinach in steam or boiling salted water, then drain it well. Crumble the sardines and mix them with the cooked spinach. Then beat the eggs into an omelette with the cream, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Arrange the sardines and spinach on the base of the tart, cover with the egg-cream mixture and sprinkle everything with grated cheese. Bake at 180°C for around 35 minutes , until the quiche is golden brown. Leave to cool before cutting and enjoying this tasty fish and vegetable tart.
5. Peppers stuffed with sardines and rice
Let’s go on a Mediterranean getaway with these delicious stuffed peppers , garnished with a mixture of rice and fragrant canned sardines. To make this recipe a success, follow the following steps:
- 4 peppers of various colors
- 200g cooked rice (white or basmati rice)
- 3 cans of sardines in olive oil (drained)
- 50g pitted black olives
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 clove of garlic
- Paprika, salt and pepper
Cut the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds. Blanch the peppers in boiling salted water for a few minutes, then drain them. Reserve.
In a salad bowl, mix the rice, crumbled sardines, chopped olives, onion and chopped garlic. Season well with paprika, salt and pepper. Generously garnish each pepper with this stuffing, then place them in a baking dish. Add a little water to the bottom and bake at 180°C for around 25 to 30 minutes, until the peppers are tender but still slightly crunchy.
