Sardines

Assorted fried seafood known as fritto misto di pesce is hugely popular in Campania, but it is also found all over Italy. However, fritto misto is one of those dishes that differs widely across the country. Along the Italian seaside, it will alway... READ MORE

Espetos is a Spanish tradition of grilling sardines, dating back to the late 19th century, when fishermen skewered and grilled surplus fish in small boats on the sand. The modern method usually involves placing 6 sardines on a skewer, seasoning th... READ MORE

The perfect blend of spicy, sweet, savory, and umami flavors, penang laksa is a popular Malaysian street food, originating from the north-western state of Penang. This hearty noodle soup is made with poached mackerel (or sardines), tamarind, lemon... READ MORE

Bigoli in salsa is an Italian pasta dish and one of the emblematic dishes of Venice, although its variations can be found throughout the Veneto region. It consists of whole wheat bigoli pasta in an anchovy and onion sauce. Bigoli is a tra... READ MORE

Bruschetta alla marinara is a traditional appetizer and a type of bruschetta. It's usually made with a combination of bread slices, tomatoes, basil, garlic, onions, olive oil, sardines, salt, and pepper. The slices of bread are grilled, rubbed wit... READ MORE

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 indivi... READ MORE

Grilled sardines are a simple, traditional seafood dish especially common in coastal Mediterranean areas and during summer months, when fresh sardines are plentiful. The dish is straightforward and emphasizes the natural flavors of the sardines: t... READ MORE

One of Sicilian favorites, this seemingly simple pasta dish of supposedly Arabic origins is an amazing combination of flavors and textures, and represents a perfect example of Sicily’s diverse culinary heritage. The sauce for pasta chî... READ MORE

Iwashi nigiri sushi is a traditional type of nigiri sushi. It consists of hand-pressed sushi rice that's topped with slices of sardines. The dish has a very fishy flavor and a texture that can be somewhat tough. The aromas are pungent, even when t... READ MORE

One of Venice's most traditional dishes, this delicious appetizer of marinated sardines originated among the fishermen and seafarers of La Serenissima as a way to preserve fish during their long voyages. Sarde in saor are made by frying fresh sard... READ MORE

Pinangat is a popular Filipino stew that is prepared in two main versions. The sour version is prepared with fish, bilimbi, tamarind, and vinegar, while the Bicol region version is prepared with coconut milk, taro leaves, hot chili peppers, and fi... READ MORE

Chiftele de pește are Romanian meatballs made with fish instead of meat. The fish balls are typically prepared with a mixture of minced, boneless fish fillets, slices of bread soaked in milk, onions, garlic, and eggs, seasoned with chopped parsley... READ MORE

The famed signature dish of Vicenza, baccalà alla Vicentina is made with stoccafisso (lit. stockfish), which refers to a cod that is not salted but air-dried until almost rock-hard, and requires several days of soaking before being... READ MORE

Moroccan stuffed sardines or sardine mzeouej (married sardines) is a traditional fish dish. The dish is usually made by butterflying sardine fillets and stuffing them with chermoula, a concoction made with a combination of garlic, paprika, hot pep... READ MORE

Bocadillo de sardinas is a humble Spanish sandwich with a savory filling of canned sardines. The sandwich is usually made with a Spanish-style baguette (barra de pan), although other types of bread may also be used such as ciabatta bread ... READ MORE

Sarde con origano e pane is a traditional fish dish originating from Basilicata. The dish is usually made with a combination of sardines, breadcrumbs, pecorino, oregano, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. The breadcrumbs are mixed with grated peco... READ MORE

Srdele na gradele is a traditional dish originating from Dalmatia. It's made by grilling fresh sardines over an open flame on a metal grate called gradele. The sardines should be as fresh as possible. They're simply drizzled with olive oil and sea... READ MORE

Srdele na savor is a traditional Istrian variation on the classic Venetian dish called sarde in saor. The dish consists of fried and marinated sardines. Although each cook prepares the dish with different ingredients, it's usually made with a comb... READ MORE

Roti sardin is a Malaysian flatbread dish, adapted from the Indian style of roti (translated as "bread", both in Hindustani and Malay languages). This variety is stuffed with canned sardines, sliced onions, chilies, and beaten eggs that h... READ MORE

Petinga frita is a traditional dish of small sardines, known as "petingas," that have been fried until crispy. The preparation typically involves coating the sardines in corn flour or flour and seasoning them with salt before frying them in hot oi... READ MORE

Stargazy pie is a savory Cornish pie filled with hard-boiled eggs, potatoes, bacon, mustard-flavored custard, and whole sardines that are poking their heads through the top crust, appearing to gaze at the stars, hence the name. The unusual, whimsi... READ MORE

Rianata trapanese is a traditional pizza variety originating from Trapani in Sicily. The dough is made with a combination of durum wheat flour, salt, sugar, yeast, and water. After a few hours, the dough is kneaded and shaped into an oval, and it'... READ MORE

Bucatini alle triglie is a traditional dish originating from Marche. The dish is made with a combination of bucatini pasta, sardines, mullet, tomato paste, garlic, olive oil, thyme, red pepper flakes, parsley, and salt. The garlic and chopped sard... READ MORE

Sardine ripiene alla pugliese is a traditional fish dish originating from Puglia. The dish consists of stuffed sardines, and it's usually made with a combination of cleaned and filleted sardines, eggs, breadcrumbs, olive oil, parsley, and pecorino... READ MORE

Lunice, rupice, or gunjci is a traditional fish dish originating from the Kvarner area. The dish is usually made with a combination of sardines or anchovies, eggs, breadcrumbs, cornflour, garlic, parsley, salt, and oil. There are many variations, ... READ MORE