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Sarde a Beccafico | Traditional Saltwater Fish Dish From Sicily, Italy | TasteAtlas
Sarde a Beccafico | Traditional Saltwater Fish Dish From Sicily, Italy | TasteAtlas
Sarde a Beccafico | Traditional Saltwater Fish Dish From Sicily, Italy | TasteAtlas
Sarde a Beccafico | Traditional Saltwater Fish Dish From Sicily, Italy | TasteAtlas

Sarde a beccafico

(Sarde ripiene)

This classic Sicilian dish employs butterflied sardines that are stuffed with a mixture of toasted breadcrumbs, parsley, anchovies, pine nuts, and raisins, with the occasional addition of grated parmesan. Stuffed sardines can be formed into individual rolls that are skewered, occasionally alongside bay leaves, then drizzled with lemon juice and shortly baked or grilled.


Another technique employs two fillets that are sandwiched with the filling, and the whole combination is usually deep-fried. These flavorful sardines can be enjoyed as a main meal, but they also make for an excellent and filling appetizer. Sarde a beccafico are found throughout Sicily and are best enjoyed freshly prepared at the colorful Sicilian open markets.

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Wine Appellation

Alcamo

Sicilian wine region Alcamo initially only produced ... Read more

Wine Appellation

Etna Bianco

Belonging to Etna DOC, this white Italian wine is predominantly produced with Carricante grape variety, which is grown on the volcanic soils of Mount Etna. Lively ... Read more

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