Baked Sardines with Lemon and Herbs

Ingredients

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• 1 1/2 pounds fresh sardines, cleaned
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Let’s make it

1. Heat the oven to 220 C/425 F. Line a baking tray with foil or baking paper.
2. Place sardines on the tray and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper, then top with lemon slices.
3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until the fish flakes easily and is cooked through.
4. Serve immediately with extra lemon if desired.