Recipe Tip: Sardines in Saor

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Carefully unfurl the sardines and remove the backbone. Make sure that the two fillets still remain connected at the back. Dip in flour.

2. Step 2

   In a saucepan, pour at least a finger's worth of olive oil and heat until it forms streaks. Fry the sardines until they are cooked and have taken on a nice colour. Only put as many sardines in the pan as you can fit comfortably. If necessary work in batches.

3. Step 3

   Sauté the onion with the sultanas and pine nuts in a little olive oil until they are translucent and soft. Add the sugar, immediately deglaze with vinegar and leave to cool.

4. Step 4

   Pour the onion mixture over the fried sardines in a bowl and refrigerate for at least six hours.