How to make Sardines in Tomato Sauce | Easy & Healthy Sardines Recipe

sardines

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: tuna

Mackerel is rich in omega-3s while tuna is often more affordable.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: crushed tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Crushed tomatoes offer a fresher taste, while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onion and chopped carrots, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

Stir in chopped garlic and cook until fragrant.

Pour in chopped tomatoes and add bay leaves, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Simmer the sauce for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add sardines to the sauce and gently mix to coat them.

Sprinkle with sugar and apple vinegar before serving.

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