Sardine rillettes are the simplest—but no less delicious—form of rillettes, requiring only two motor skills: opening a can of good sardines and smashing things together with a fork.
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What you’ll need
Sardines Packed in Olive Oil
$30 At Amazon
Mixing Bowls
$40 At Target
Black Pepper
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If you don’t have salted butter on hand—or it’s very lightly salted—season with fine or flaky sea salt.
Recipe information
Total Time
5 minutes
Yield
Serves 6
Ingredients
Preparation
Drain the sardines from their oil, reserving the oil for another use. In a medium bowl, add the sardines and lemon zest and use a fork to crush the sardines into small pieces. Add the lemon juice, butter, and pepper and use the fork to mix together until combined. Season with more pepper if desired and serve with bread.
Recipe notes
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