Fresh Sardines in Tomato Sauce | Sardines Sarciado | Filipino Recipes

sardines

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Mackerel is a healthier option with similar flavor, while canned tuna is often less expensive.

Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and tomato paste, and cook until softened.

Mix in fresh green chili and ginger, and cook for a few minutes.

Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Pour in water and bring to a simmer.

Add fresh sardines and gently stir to combine.

Add fish sauce, then cover and simmer for a while.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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