Sardines in Escabeche

Sardines in Escabeche

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An ancient Spanish method for preserving meat and fish, this escabeche recipe uses a tart vinegar marinade after frying to pack your favorite protein with flavor.

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Cooking tools:

  • Mixing bowl
  • Paper towel
  • Serving platter
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Plastic container
  • Plastic wrap
  • Tight-fitting lid
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Whisk
  • Chef's knife
  • Paring knife
  • Cutting board
  • Peeler
  • Spoon
  • Stove
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

  • 1¾ lb. whole fresh sardines, heads removed, gutted, and cleaned*
  • 3⁄4 cup (3¼ oz.) all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp. fine sea salt, divided, plus more to taste
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 large yellow onion (7 oz.), thinly sliced
  • 2 medium carrots (3 oz.), peeled and cut into ¼-inch coins
  • 4 medium garlic cloves, peeled and lightly smashed with the side of a knife
  • 10 black peppercorns
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • One 2-inch cinnamon stick
  • 1 whole star anise
  • 2⁄3 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tsp. pimentón (smoked Spanish paprika)
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar

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