Sardines with Shallots

Ingredients:

• 1 and 3/4 lbs (800 grams) sardines, scaled, cleaned and boned

• 4 shallots, finely chopped

• 1 fresh flat-leaf parsley sprig, finely chopped

• Plain flour, for dusting

• 1 egg

• 6 fl oz (175 ml) extra virgin olive oil

• 5 tablespoons white wine vinegar

• Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Spread out the flour in a shallow dish.

2. Lightly beat the egg in another shallow dish.

3. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan.

4. Dip the sardines first in the flour, then in the egg and fry for about 5-6 minutes, depending on their size.

5. Mix together the shallots, parsley and vinegar in a bowl.

6. Season with salt and pepper.

7. Remove the sardines with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.

8. Place them on a warm serving dish and serve with the shallot sauce.