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Grilled Portuguese sardines

Name: Grilled Portuguese sardines
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Portuguese
Ingredients: 8 Sardines; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 3 clove Garlic; 1 tbsp Paprika; 1/2 Lemon; 4 sprig Rosemary; 1 Red Chilli

These are grilled sardines, Portuguese-style, marinated in a mix of olive oil, garlic, paprika, rosemary, and a touch of chili. Give them a good few hours in the fridge to let those flavors really sink in. Once marinated, they're quick to cook on a hot grill or griddle pan, getting beautifully charred and caramelized. Finish them with a final drizzle of oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and a squeeze of fresh lemon.

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August 14, 2026

Back22 minServes 4

Cook mode

pescatarian vegan vegetarian

Method

2 steps · 22 min total

01
Marinate the Sardines
In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, chopped rosemary, and finely chopped red chili. Season with salt and pepper until everything is well combined and fragrant.
Pour this mixture into a baking dish, add the sardines, and toss them gently to ensure they're thoroughly coated. Cover the dish and chill in the refrigerator for a few hours to let the flavors meld.