Breaded Sardines: The secret to a Portuguese classic | Rosa's Portuguese Kitchen

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats provide a healthier option while crushed crackers are often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is usually less expensive.

Debone and clean the sardines, removing the heads.

Season the sardines with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

Let the sardines sit for 5 minutes after seasoning.

Coat the sardines in flour, shaking off excess flour.

Dip the floured sardines in the beaten eggs.

Spread the sardines with the bread crumbs.

Fry the sardines in hot oil until golden and crispy.

Drain the sardines on paper towels and serve hot.

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