Spicy Grilled Sardines Recipe
Darling, this spicy grilled sardines recipe is proof that dinner can be fiery, fabulous, and faster than your online shopping checkout spree.
Smoky char plus bold heat equals flavors louder than your best friend retelling her breakup saga for the fifteenth dramatic time.
It’s light, zesty, and guaranteed to make that sad microwaved meal you had last week cry in the corner.
The best part? You’ll grill with ease while looking like a goddess who doesn’t sweat over pans or burnt toast.
So grab your apron, pour wine, and serve sardines with sass.
Spicy Grilled Sardines Recipe
Spicy vegan grilled sardines bring smoky heat and citrusy flair, offering a quick, bold dish ideal for summer gatherings or weeknight cravings.
Ingredients
- Vegan sardine fillets soy or pea protein-based – 8 small fillets
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
- Garlic minced – 2 cloves
- Red chili flakes – 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika – ½ tsp
- Salt – ½ tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Fresh parsley – 1 tbsp chopped
Instructions
- Pat vegan sardines dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, chili flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat sardines evenly with marinade; let rest 8 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium heat; lightly oil grates.
- Place sardines on grill; cook 4–5 minutes per side until charred and tender.
- Brush with leftover marinade during final minute.
- Remove, sprinkle parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 22%
- Vitamin A: 18%
- Iron: 9%
- Calcium: 8%
- Potassium: 13%
Additional Tips
- Add cayenne pepper if you want heat as dramatic as your group chat gossip.
- Serve with grilled veggies or couscous for balance.
- Grill lemon halves for smoky citrus juice on top.
