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Sardines with Redcurrants

Sardines brushed with a redcurrant jelly, sherry and lemon glaze and grilled or barbecued until sticky. Good with baked potatoes and salad.

  • Serves 4
  • About 20 min
  • Grill or barbecue

Method

  1. Preheat the grill.

  2. In a small bowl, mix together the redcurrant jelly, lemon rind and sherry.

  3. Make several diagonal cuts across each sardine and season with salt and pepper.

  4. Brush the redcurrant mixture over the skin and inside the cavity of the sardines.

  5. Grill or barbecue for 8–10 minutes, turning once and basting with any remaining mixture.

  6. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges and serve with baked potatoes and a crisp salad.

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Chef’s notes

  • Nutrition per portion (approx., from the original recipe): 188 kcal, 21 g protein, 8 g fat, 6 g carbohydrate, 0 g fibre.

Shopping list for 4 portions

Meat & poultry

Fruit & veg

Wine & drinks

Fresh herbs

Store cupboard (check you have)

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