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Roasted Sardineswith Cherry Tomatoes

Recipe by Sebastian Graus on InstagramAdded 5 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. This simple pan‑roasted dish highlights fresh sardines paired with sweet cherry tomatoes and aromatic garlic. In just half an hour you get a restaurant‑quality, sustainable seafood meal that's perfect for a quick dinner or a special weekend treat.

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Method

  1. Preheat a pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.

  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Add the cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 10–12 minutes until softened.

  4. Place the fresh sardines on top of the tomatoes and continue roasting for another 10–12 minutes until the fish is cooked through and lightly browned.

  5. Season the sardines with herbs.

  6. Serve immediately, optionally with a squeeze of lemon.

Tips while you cook

Preheat the pan first
Heat the pan over medium before adding the olive oil.
Briefly sauté garlic
Cook the minced garlic for only about 1 minute until fragrant before adding tomatoes.
Stagger the roasting times
Roast the tomatoes for 10–12 minutes, then add the sardines and roast another 10–12 minutes.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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