Brazilian Grilled Sardines (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Marinade mix
01 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
02 -
2 tablespoons lime juice
03 -
2 garlic cloves, chopped
04 -
1 tablespoon chili flakes
05 -
1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 -
Salt and pepper to taste
→ Fish prep
07 -
8 fresh sardines, cleaned and gutted
08 -
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
→ Toppings
09 -
Chopped fresh cilantro
10 -
Sliced red onion
11 -
Lime wedges
12 -
Optional: Extra chili flakes for heat
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine olive oil, lime juice, chopped garlic, chili flakes, ground cumin, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Stir everything together. Put the sardines in a shallow dish and pour the mixture over them. Cover and let them sit in the fridge for 15-30 minutes so the flavors can soak in.
02 -
Get your grill nice and hot at medium-high heat. Brush some olive oil on the grill bars so the fish won't stick. Put your marinated sardines on and cook them about 4-5 minutes per side until they're golden and a bit charred. When done, take them off and put them on your serving plate.
03 -
Sprinkle the grilled sardines with fresh cilantro and sliced red onion. Add lime wedges on the side and throw on some extra chili flakes if you want more kick.