Sardines with Grilled Bread and TomatoMichael Graydon + Nikole Herriott
Recipe information
Yield
4 Servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more
4 (3/4"-thick) slices sourdough or country-style bread
12 whole fresh sardines (1–1 1/2 pounds total), scaled, gutted, large pin bones removed
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
freshly ground pepper
1 large tomato, preferably heirloom, sliced
Torn basil leaves (for serving)
Preparation
Step 1
Prepare grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Brush both sides of bread with 2 tablespoons oil total and grill, turning occasionally, until toasted and lightly charred, about 4 minutes. Transfer grilled bread to a plate.
Step 2
Season sardines inside and out with salt and pepper (no need to oil them, as there is so much naturally in their skin). Grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and cooked through, 5–7 minutes.
Step 3
Serve sardines with tomato and grilled bread drizzled with oil and topped with basil.
Recipe notes
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