Parmesan crumbed sardines with aubergine chutney
  1. Prepare the Aubergine Chutney

  2. Sauté the diced aubergine in olive oil for 8-10 minutes, then add the onion, celery, and ginger, cooking for another 4-5 minutes.

  3. Stir in the curry powder and tomato purée for 2-3 minutes, then add the sugar, vinegar, and 6 tbsp of water, simmering until thickened.

  4. Finish by stirring in the pine nuts, raisins, and fresh coriander.

  5. Prepare the Sardines:

  6. Combine the parmesan, parsley, and breadcrumbs in a bowl.

  7. Dip the butterflied sardines first in flour, then egg, and finally coat with the crumb mixture.

  8. Cook and Serve:

  9. Deep-fry the sardines in batches at 180°C (350°F) for 2-3 minutes until crisp.

  10. Drain on kitchen paper, season with salt, and serve immediately with the room temperature chutney and rocket salad.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥩Carnivore...

Category🐟Seafood

CuisineMediterranean

Occasions📆Everyday🎉Special Occasion

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 30m

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