In a previous post, I talked about how sardines are anti-aging. However, if you’ve never tried sardines before, you may think they sound gross. You may be wondering, “How can I make sardines taste good?” Well, I’ve got great news, because this sardine sandwich recipe is delicious!
Prepare to be impressed by the flavor and simplicity of this recipe.
Seriously, it’s hardly a recipe at all!
Best Sardines Brand for the Best Sardine Sandwich
If you want to make the best sardine sandwich, you’ll need the best sardine brand!
I recommend Wild Planet Sardines which can be found on Amazon or the Wild Planet website.
(Those were NOT affiliate links.)
I linked to the bulk box of sardines on Amazon, because that is the only way I could find the boneless and skinless fish packed in water. Other options of the same brand can be bought one can at a time!
Wild Planet Sardines Nutrition
With Wild Planet Sardines, you can get all of the great sardine nutrients without canceling out their benefits with harsh chemical preservatives.
The only ingredients in the Wild Planet Sardines I use are sardines, water, and sea salt.
Sardines provide you with vitamins A, D, E, and K. They are packed with omega-3 fatty acids and a multitude of other essential nutrients, making them a superfood!
Click here for an in-depth look at sardine nutrition.
Sustainable Sardines
When you buy Wild Planet Sardines, you can have peace of mind knowing that the company takes pride in sustainable fishing practices.
Wild Planet uses single-species purse seine methods that significantly reduce unintended species bycatch. However, when incidental bycatch occurs, little is wasted. Unlike many fishing companies, Wild Planet makes strong efforts to utilize everything that is caught.
Click here to learn more about Wild Planet’s sustainability practices.
Sardine Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
- Wild Planet Sardines (1 can)
- Mayonnaise (2 tbsp, more or less, depending on your preference)
- Pepper (optional)
- Tillamook cheddar cheese
- Sourdough bread with no nitrates or nitrites
- Vegetables of choice (optional)
How to Make a Sardine Sandwich
- Open the can of sardines and drain the water, using the lid as a strainer.
- Dump the sardines in a bowl.
- Add mayonnaise and stir the sardines. Do NOT add salt.
- Add a dash of pepper if you like.
- Mix the sardines and mayonnaise until the ingredients are incorporated.
- If you don’t like toasted sandwiches, just add the mixture to the bread with sliced cheese and vegetables of choice and you’re done!
- If you do like toasted sandwiches, set 2 pieces of bread on a stainless steel or glass baking sheet and spread equal amounts of the fish mix onto each piece of bread.
- Add slices of cheese to one side of the sandwich.
- Leave the sandwich “open” and pop it in the oven at 400 degrees for about 5 minutes, or until toasted to perfection.
- Add vegetables of choice and you’re done!
Enjoy!
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