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Sardines in Tomato Sauce

Dalina Soto MA, RD, LDN
This simple and affordable recipe combines canned sardines with a flavorful tomato-based sauce for an omega-3-rich dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Dominican
Servings 4
Calories 224 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 3.75-oz cans sardines in olive oil drained
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or oil from the sardines
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14-oz can crushed tomatoes (or 2 fresh tomatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt optional
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, pepper, and salt. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Gently add sardines to the sauce. Cook for 3–4 minutes to warm through without breaking them apart.
  • Stir in vinegar or lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.

Notes

The exact nutritional information can vary slightly depending on the specific products you use.

Nutrition

Calories: 224kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 16gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 504mgPotassium: 636mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 645IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 254mgIron: 3mg
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