Flaky, golden, and bursting with savory flavors, these Sardine Puffs are the perfect appetizer or snack to elevate any meal. Made with buttery puff pastry and a rich filling of canned sardines sautΓ©ed with onions, garlic, and tomato paste, these handheld delights are beautifully balanced with a hint of lemon juice and fresh parsley. Quick to make with a total prep time of just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Sealed with a tantalizing egg wash and baked to perfection, each puff offers layers of crisp pastry wrapped around a hearty, zesty filling. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking for a creative way to use pantry staples, these Sardine Puffs are a must-try! Perfectly paired keywords: "easy sardine recipe," "savory puff pastry," "seafood appetizer," and "quick snack ideas."
Preheat your oven to 200Β°C (392Β°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Finely chop the onion, garlic, and parsley. Drain the sardines, reserving the oil, and mash them with a fork in a bowl.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautΓ©ing until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the mashed sardines, tomato paste, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes until everything is well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Let the mixture cool slightly.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares.
Place a generous tablespoon of the sardine mixture in the center of each square.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with a tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the edges of the pastry squares with the egg wash.
Fold each square over into a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork to ensure they are well sealed.
Transfer the puffs to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with more egg wash.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let the sardine puffs cool slightly before serving.
Calories |
1289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 81.3 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 504 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 2315 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 66.3 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.0 mcg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 872 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1495 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.