Rillettes de Sardines

Rillettes de Sardines is a delightful, rustic spread made from tender sardines, offering a burst of flavor with every bite. Perfect for a light lunch, it's both satisfying and easy to make, served best on crusty bread or crackers.

Rillettes de Sardines
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
French
250 kcal

Ingredients

  • Canned sardines in olive oil - 200 grams
  • Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Capers - 1 tablespoon, drained and chopped
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Sea salt - to taste
  • Olive oil - 1 teaspoon (optional for creaminess)
  • Crusty bread or crackers - for serving

Steps

  1. Drain the sardines and place them in a mixing bowl, mashing them with a fork until flaky.
  2. Add Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped capers, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to the sardines.
  3. Mix thoroughly until well combined, adjusting the texture with a teaspoon of olive oil if desired.
  4. Season with black pepper and sea salt to taste.
  5. Transfer the rillettes to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  6. Serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which promote heart health.
  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.

Tags

FrenchDairy-FreeLunch