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Wednesday 20 March 2013

Side Dishes / Appetizers: Post #1 : Sardines in Lettuce Boats





I thought it would be fun to feature some side dishes and/or appetisers as a series.  This is a simple and tasty appetizer that I often make.  The taste is sourish savoury, with a light spicy kick.  Use iceberg lettuce to give it that crunch and extra juiciness. 

This can also be made into a light sandwich lunch using the bread of your choice.

Best served chilled.







Sardines in Lettuce Boats

  • 1 can (425g) of sardines in tomato sauce (I use Ayam brand)
  • 7 small calamansi, juice only
  • 1.5 tbspn tom yum paste
  • 1 cup of chopped mint leves
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 4 tbspn japanese mayo (kewpie) or normal mayo
  • Sugar to taste
  • Small lettuce cups

1.  Mash the sardines with the tomato gravy.

2.  Add in all the seasonings and mix well.  Chill in the fridge for about 1-2 hours.

3.  Scoop a tspn onto each lettuce cup and pop into your mouth!

Note: For a different presentation, you can also serve this on thick cucumber slices.  Don't like sardine?  Just sub it with tuna, tastes just as good.  




6 comments:

  1. Easy and lovely to look at too. And also, very appetizing. Love it.

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  2. Hi Esther, sardine in salad is my Pa's favourite dish but I have tried this version with mayo. I tossed all the sliced ingredients together with lime juice. Must try your version.

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  3. Great idea and delicious. I love sardines and this is a great way to serve them!

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  4. Very nice, Esther! This can also be a main meal for someone (you know who) who want's to cut down on carbohydrates :)

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  5. Hello there! These are cute, wouldn't mind a few of them sailing in my stomach :)

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  6. Simply yummy appetizer , Esther ! I just love sardines . Will try adding some tom yum paste to my concoction sometime :D

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