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Ingredients

• 700 g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 100 ml olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon chilli flakes
• 30 g black olives, pitted
• 30 g capers
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped, plus extra to serve
• 20 sardines, cleaned, with head and backbone removed
• 2 tablespoons ouzo
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Extra olive oil, to serve
• 2 tins sardines in olive oil, drained
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup wholemeal breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped spring onion or red onion
• 2 small garlic clove, crushed
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Black pepper, to taste
• Olive oil, for pan-frying
• 4 eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 to 2 teaspoons chia seeds
• 1 avocado, sliced
• Pinch of salt and pepper
• Optional: squeeze of lemon, chilli flakes or chopped herbs