How To Make SARDINES AT HOME | Try This Homemade Sardine Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

fresh sardines

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned sardines are often more affordable and convenient.

capers

🥗Healthier: chopped olives

💰Cheaper: pickles

Chopped olives can mimic the briny flavor at a lower cost.

Clean the herring fish by removing the heads and guts, then rinse under cold water.

Pat the fish dry with paper towels and set aside.

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add garlic powder and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add water and stock cube, stirring to combine.

Add bay leaves, white pepper, and black pepper to the pot.

Season the fish with salt on both sides.

Carefully place the fish in the pot, layering them if necessary.

Add chopped green bell pepper and onion around the fish for flavor.

Cover the pot and simmer gently until the fish is cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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