Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sardines (small or large can) | 1 can |
| Egg | 1 |
| All-purpose seasoning flour | As needed |
| Shallots | 4 cloves |
| Red chili peppers | 4 |
| Tomato | 1 (medium-sized) |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Cooking oil | For sautéing and frying |
Instructions
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Drain the Sardines: Begin by carefully draining the sardines from their sauce. Set the sauce aside for later use.
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Prepare the Egg and Flour Coating: Beat the egg in a bowl. Dip each sardine into the beaten egg, ensuring they are fully coated. Next, dredge the sardines in the all-purpose seasoning flour, coating them evenly.
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Fry the Sardines: Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, fry the sardines until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and set aside to drain on a paper towel.
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Sauté the Aromatics: In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced shallots, red chili peppers, and diced tomato until fragrant and softened.
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Add the Sardine Sauce: Pour the reserved sardine sauce into the pan with the aromatics. Stir well and let the mixture cook until it bubbles and thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
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Assemble the Dish: Once the sauce is ready, drizzle it generously over the crispy fried sardines.
Serve your Sarden Crispy immediately, allowing the crispy fish to be beautifully complemented by the rich, tangy sauce.
Enjoy this delightful dish with a side of rice or your favorite accompaniment!