Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines)
Whole sardines grilled over high heat and dressed with lemon and oregano. Oily, protein-dense, and carb-free.
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- 600 g Sardines (tinned)
- 2 Lemon
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.4 tsp Salt
- 2 cloves Garlic (optional)
Method
- Rub the sardines with olive oil and the salt.
- Grill over high heat until the skin blisters and the flesh is just set, about 3 minutes a side.
- Dress hot with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and oregano.
About Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines)
Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines) is a Greek lunch or dinner that comes together in about 18 minutes and serves 4.
Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines): frequently asked questions
Is Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines) gluten-free?
Based on its ingredients, Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines) has no gluten-containing components, so it's naturally gluten-free — as always, check that any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free to be safe.
How long does Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines) take to make?
About 18 minutes start to finish, but only around 11 of those are hands-on — the rest is cooking time. In the Homecooked app the timers and parallel steps are sequenced for you so the hands-on part feels even shorter.
Do I need every ingredient to make Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines)?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out garlic — it's optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Sardeles sta Karvouna (Grilled Sardines) make?
This recipe makes 4 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.