FRESH SARDINES NAPLES STYLE

Fresh Sardines Naples Style image

Fresh sardines are fried to a crispy golden brown, and drizzled with a garlic and white wine vinaigrette then topped off with a sprinkling of fresh mint leaves. Serve this appetizer with a good white wine.

Provided by Salvatore

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Antipasto Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh sardines
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup white vinegar
1 cup white wine
½ cup fresh mint leaves

Steps:

Prepare the sardines by removing the heads and back bones. Rinse and pat dry. Dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, fry the sardines a few at a time until brown and crispy. Remove to a large serving plate, and keep warm.
In another skillet over medium heat, heat a bit of the oil. Add garlic, and cook for about half a minute. Add the wine and vinegar, and allow the mixture to simmer, stirring occasionally. When the liquid has reduced by about half, pour the sauce over the sardines, and sprinkle with fresh mint. Let stand for about 1 hour before serving to allow the fish to marinate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1011.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Fat 72.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 47.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 4.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g