Sardinhas Assadas (Grilled Sardines)

Ingredients

• about 450 g Fresh Sardines
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 medium Lemon

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, which is about 204.4-232.2°C (200-230°C).
2. 2Gently rinse the about 450 g fresh sardines under cold running water. Pat them completely dry with paper towels.
3. 3Place the dried sardines in a bowl. Drizzle them with the 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with the 1 teaspoon of salt and the 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, ensuring all sides are coated.
4. 4Place the seasoned sardines on the preheated grill. Grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side. The sardines are cooked when they are opaque throughout and have light char marks. The internal temperature should reach 63°C.
5. 5Remove the grilled sardines from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter. Cut the 1 medium lemon into wedges.
6. 6Serve the grilled sardines immediately with the lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.

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