Sardines in Tomato Sauce

Sardines are highly nutritious, containing omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins B-12 and D, calcium, the minerals niacin, iron, potassium, zinc, and phosphorus, along with protein. Served in tomato sauce, they are also delicious.

Ingredients

• 8-10 small fresh sardines (about 1lb)
• 1 red onion (small) sliced
• 1/2 cup plain flour

Sardine marinade:

• 1 tbsp cooking wine
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt

Sauce:

• 4 tbsp tomato sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 tbsp tapioca flour
• 1/3 cup water

Directions

1. Cut open sardines. Gut and remove backbones. Wash clean and marinate for ½ hour.

2. Coat with flour and pan fry until cooked. Remove and place on a plate.

3. Fry onion until soft.

4. Add in sauce and stir until thickened.

5. Spread sauce over dish. Ready to serve.

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