Sardinhas Assadas (Grilled Sardines)

Ingredients

• 1 lb Fresh sardines
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 medium Lemon
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Clean the 1 lb fresh sardines and pat them completely dry with paper towels. Mince the 2 cloves garlic. Cut the 1 medium lemon in half and slice one half into wedges for serving; set the other half aside.
2. 2In a small bowl, combine the 2 tbsp olive oil, the minced garlic, the 0.5 tsp salt, and the 0.25 tsp black pepper. Stir well to create a marinade.
3. 3Brush both sides of the 1 lb fresh sardines generously with the olive oil mixture. Let them sit for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4. 4Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. This is typically around 400-450°F (200-230°C). Make sure the grill grates are clean.
5. 5Place the 1 lb fresh sardines on the preheated grill. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side. The sardines are cooked when they are opaque throughout and flake easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
6. 6Carefully remove the 1 lb fresh sardines from the grill.
7. 7Serve the Sardinhas Assadas immediately with the reserved lemon wedges on the side.

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