Sardines - any suggestions

[kohan]

This is not a thread about a lady who smells like an open tin of sardines sitting on a radiator…… I am sure we have all encountered one over the years.

I like canned sardines. The regular ones from the grocery stores (Brunswick and Clover Leaf) are OK. I have purchased canned sardines from Portugal. These sardines are incredible. They don’t smell or taste fishy. Often there are little pickled vegetables or peppers in the tin. I remember they come in nice colourful tins and packaging. I don’t recall the brands. Does anyone know where these types of sardines can be purchased in Toronto and which brands to consider? If anyone has consumed these sardines, they will know exactly what I am talking about.
Thanks.

 

[underground]

Kersen Sardines at Costco are very good value. But they have absolutely no seasoning and zero flavour. You really have to add hot sauce or pickled vegetables to enjoy.

 

[shakenbake]

I like smoked Riga sprats as a change of pace. European delis all over the place have selections of canned sardines, as do ethnic grocery stores.

 

[feetastic]

Sabor do Mar is the brand I buy. Many of the Portuguese convenience stores have it as well as select No Frills/Loblaws.

Italian groceries have some good ones too. They're in glass bottles

Enjoy
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[Twister]

I like smoked Riga sprats as a change of pace. European delis all over the place have selections of canned sardines, as do ethnic grocery stores.

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I'm a big fan of sprats.

I also love the raw sardines on the BBQ. In Portugal they have stands that sell sardines like we have hot dog vendors.

 

[shakenbake]

Sabor do Mar is the brand I buy. Many of the Portuguese convenience stores have it as well as select No Frills/Loblaws.

Italian groceries have some good ones too. They're in glass bottles

Enjoy
F

Don’t mistake them for anchovies.

 

[SchlongConery]

The Riga Gold Smoked Sprats are delicious! Very full but delicate smoky flavor. Not typically fishy like sardines or tuna.

I usually just eat them out of the tin. But I’d like to think of some other ways to enjoy them. Any ideas?

Maybe like a smoked fish spread or something? or anything else? I find when I put them on a piece of bread the delicate flavour gets lost. Maybe a thin diagonal slice or sliver of cucumber might be interesting.

 

[jalimon]

Kersen Sardines at Costco are very good value. But they have absolutely no seasoning and zero flavour. You really have to add hot sauce or pickled vegetables to enjoy.

I have tried numerous recipes to serve these Sardines as appetizers. But I always come back to serve them with just a few Tabasco drops. Makes it for me

 

[stinkynuts]

I just had a quick meal of sardines and Brunswick smoked sardines. Cheap, delicious, fast, and healthy.

Amazon.ca

 

[Kautilya]

I'm a big fan of sprats.

I also love the raw sardines on the BBQ. In Portugal they have stands that sell sardines like we have hot dog vendors.

I was going to say this. Buy fresh sardines and fry them up. We do that in India with Indian spices and they are absolutely delicious and spicy!. Now am craving it! Damn!

The Riga Gold Smoked Sprats are delicious! Very full but delicate smoky flavor. Not typically fishy like sardines or tuna.

I usually just eat them out of the tin. But I’d like to think of some other ways to enjoy them. Any ideas?

Maybe like a smoked fish spread or something? or anything else? I find when I put them on a piece of bread the delicate flavour gets lost. Maybe a thin diagonal slice or sliver of cucumber might be interesting.

I think I would put them on a toasted sourdough slice, with either some cream cheese or mayo, sliced cucumbers or may be some peppers. I think that would make a nice snack or an open faced sandwich!

 

[jalimon]

I was going to say this. Buy fresh sardines and fry them up. We do that in India with Indian spices and they are absolutely delicious and spicy!. Now am craving it! Damn!

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I think I would put them on a toasted sourdough slice, with either some cream cheese or mayo, sliced cucumbers or may be some peppers. I think that would make a nice snack or an open faced sandwich!

Ho my god yes! Never tried indian spice with Sardines always garlic/lemon based. But would love to try.

Your fish store does not currently have fresh Sardines? You can do the same with smaller Éperlans! (smelts in English I think?). Just as delicious as long as you marinate or spice them up.

 

[stinkynuts]

 

[angrymime666]

I really wish I could get into them. Great source of protein and fat

 

[SchlongConery]

I really wish I could get into them. Great source of protein and fat

Me too!

The only fish that I really enjoy are mild, white flushed fish. Like halibut, pickerel, rainbow or specled trout, grouper, etc.

Holy mackerel I wish I could acquire the taste for oily fish. Such great protein, and healthy fats.

 

[Insidious Von]

All small fish is delicious and good for the heart. There was a herring stall across the street from my hotel in Amsterdam, it was my breakfast. No bread, that's disgusting.

Bunch of pussies.

 

[Insidious Von]

For those of you willing to give sardines a try, I've made this pasta dish...scuisita!

 

[Kautilya]

I would add, the following to it, to make it more authentic:

- Along with the mustard, add fenugreek seeds. Not too much though. You can get it on Amazon.
- Instead of tomatoes, use tamarind. Soak the tamarind and then squish it to dissolve the pulp into the water and add that.
- Add ground coconut paste or coconut milk (thick first press).

Lastly, using fresh fish will be better and use coconut oil instead of olive oil.

The fried version may be easier.

 

[Blue Heron]

The Riga Gold Smoked Sprats are delicious! Very full but delicate smoky flavor. Not typically fishy like sardines or tuna.

I usually just eat them out of the tin. But I’d like to think of some other ways to enjoy them. Any ideas?

Maybe like a smoked fish spread or something? or anything else? I find when I put them on a piece of bread the delicate flavour gets lost. Maybe a thin diagonal slice or sliver of cucumber might be interesting.

I saute a can with fresh minced garlic and sprinkle fresh dill.
Or saute and serve on fresh toasted garlic bread.

 

[Butler1000]

Me too!

The only fish that I really enjoy are mild, white flushed fish. Like halibut, pickerel, rainbow or specled trout, grouper, etc.

Holy mackerel I wish I could acquire the taste for oily fish. Such great protein, and healthy fats.

I prefer them packed in spring water than oil. And usually put them on a vegetable cracker. The taste is cleaner.

 

[The Oracle]

I really wish I could get into them. Great source of protein and fat

They're a great source of selenium and calcium as well.

I eat about four tins per week...Brunswick packed in water...Usually mixed with wild rice and some coconut oil.

The women in my life can't understand how I can stomach it...I always say it's an acquired taste, with a wink of course.