Grilled Sardines with Mint & Almonds - Andrew Zimmern

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup whole almonds
• 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1 small onion, minced
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
• 1/2 cup packed mint leaves
• 3 large garlic cloves
• Pinch of crushed red pepper
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 12 fresh sardines, small red mullet, mackerel or trout—cleaned, heads left on
• Lime wedges, for serving