5 from 24 votes
Sardine Sandwich
The Sardine Sandwich offers a flavorful filling of mashed drained sardines blended with mayonnaise, finely chopped red bell pepper, red onion, and chili, lifted by fresh lime juice. The mixture is spread inside bread rolls and toasted in a sandwich press until the bread crisps while the filling remains moist and well combined.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
391 kcal
Course:
Lunch
Cuisine:
African
Ingredients
- 3 tins sardine fillets , drained and roughly mashed
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 bell pepper deseeded and finely chopped, small red
- 3 tablespoons onion red, finely chopped
- chilli chopped, to taste
- lime juice squeeze
- 4 bread rolls
Instructions
- Switch on the sandwich maker and adjust the temperature setting to medium-high.
- Make the sardine filling by mixing together the sardines, mayonnaises, pepper, red onion, chilli and lemon juice.
- Split the sardine filling equally between the four rolls and then place the first three rolls on to the hot sandwich press.
- Adjust the hinge lid so that the top plate is just resting onto the bread and cook for 6-7 minutess till crisp.
- Remove the cooked sandwiches and repeat for the final sandwich.
- Serve.
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Notes
- Properly drain sardines before mashing to avoid soggy filling.
- Mix sardines, mayo, peppers, onion, chili, and lime juice thoroughly for even flavor.
- Add chili gradually and taste to control heat level.
- Preheat sandwich maker to medium-high for a crisp sandwich exterior.
- Divide filling evenly among rolls to ensure consistent taste.
- Cook sandwiches with lid closed for even toasting and a crispy crust.
- Monitor cooking time closely, about 6-7 minutes, for optimal texture.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of crispy bread and moist filling.
- Try different rolls like baguettes or brioche to vary sandwich character.
Nutrition Information
Calories
391kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
82mg
(27%)
Sodium
654mg
(27%)
Potassium
288mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
990IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
38.5mg
(43%)
Calcium
213mg
(21%)
Iron
12.3mg
(68%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 391
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 391kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 654mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 288mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 990IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 38.5mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 213mg | 21% |
| Iron | 12.3mg | 68% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.