Italian Crusted Sardines

Directions

1. 1
   Mix the Italian Crust ingredients in a bowl.
2. 2
   Mix the Topping together in another small bowl.
3. 3
   Prepare sardines: Pat sardines dry with paper towel.
4. 4
   Heat oil in a large non stick skillet over medium high heat.
5. 5
   Remove sardines onto plate, crust side up.
6. 6
   Spread on a small plate.
7. 7
   Sprinkle both sides of each sardine with the salt and pepper.
8. 8
   Place sardines in, skin side down. Cook for 60 seconds, then carefully turn. Cook the crust side for 90 seconds or until golden and crispy.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with Topping.
10. 10
    Sprinkle the skin side only with the paprika.
11. 11
    Pour remaining hot oil over sardines – enjoy the sizzle!
12. 12
    Crust flesh side: Press flesh side only firmly into the breadcrumbs – it won't completely cover, that's what we want (Note 6).
13. 13
    Serve immediately! Ideal served with crostini for the ultimate sardines on toast. See in post for side salad pairings.
14. 14
    Place on plate, breadcrumb side up. Repeat with remaining sardines.