Protein Food
Sardine
About This Entry
Sardine is small oily fish — grilled whole with lemon. Portuguese and Mediterranean whites, Txakoli, and dry rosé are classic.
Beginner Guide
Fresh sardines differ sharply from canned — delicate, not fishy when very fresh.
FAQ
- What is Sardine?
- Fresh sardines differ sharply from canned — delicate, not fishy when very fresh.
- How should Sardine be cooked for best results?
- Do not overcook lean fillets; shellfish should be opaque and firm. Rest fish briefly before serving.
At a Glance
Group
Fin Fish
Classification
Animal Protein Foods
Species
sardine
Scientific name
Sardina pilchardus
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Sardine
- Classification
- Animal Protein Foods
- Group
- Fin Fish
- Scientific name
- Sardina pilchardus
- Species
- sardine
Taxonomy
- Cut type
- whole
- Bone state
- bone in
- Processing state
- fresh
- Fat content
- moderate
- Primary cooking methods
- grill, roast
- Recommended doneness
- well done