Make the most of the bounty: recipes for the Sardine Run 2018

Robyn Brittow

6 years ago

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The Sardine Run takes place in Kwa-Zulu Natal between June and July when shoals of sardines make their way through the coast.

Try these 5 fabulous recipes to transform your fish into delicious flavoursome meals!

Sardine and fennel pasta

If you’re all the way in the Cape and never managed to get in on the sardine run fear not, you can also recreate this recipe with tin sardines, it won’t disappoint!

Baked sardines with thyme and roast lemon

Pair these wonderfully aromatic baked sardines with a garden salad for a light lunch.

Bacon wrapped sardines

Sardines wrapped in bacon there’s nothing better!

Pasta con le sarde

For a quick and easy dinner that is just as tasty as it sounds, look no further this dish.

Grilled sardines with red onion

For a wonderful dinner add some roasted potatoes and veggies to complete these delicious grilled sardines with red onion.

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Curry and beer battered fish tacos

00:30 Make the raita first by squeezing the grated cucumber through a kitchen towel to get rid of most of the moisture. Mix the cucumber with the yoghurt, season and place in the fridge until needed. Toss the fish with ¼ cup flour, curry spice and seasoning.