Keto and Paleo Sardine Patties

Sardine Patties

I’ve been trying to incorporate more sardines into my diet at the recommendation of several nutrition-focused authorities I follow. It irked me at first, but cooking with them now - I realize they are very similar to tuna in taste, and they have a lot less mercury. They are high in Omega-3 fats, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Calcium, Selenium, CoQ10, and a great source of minerals.

Ingredients:

2 tins sardines in olive oil

1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, chopped

1/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped

1/2 cup almond flour

2 tbsp avocado oil mayo

2 tbsp flat leaf parsley, chopped

1 egg, whisked

Pinch of salt

Zest of 1 lemon

Avocado oil for frying

Garlic Sauce (Optional)

1/3 cup paleo mayo or yogurt

1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tsp lemon juice

1/4 tsp dried oregano

1/4 tsp mineral salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Method:

1. Remove the sardines from the oil, and place them in a bowl. Using a fork, mash them up.

2. Throw in all the other ingredients, and stir until well combined.

3. Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat until hot and oil moves rapidly across the surface.

4. Add avocado oil, you’ll need about a tablespoon per batch.

5. Using a large spoon, scoop about 2-3 tbsp worth of the sardine mixture into the pan to form a patty. Repeat with as many patties as you can fit in the pan, leaving space between patties.

6. Fry until golden brown, then flip and repeat. (Probably a couple minutes per side depending on heat.)

7. Repeat until all the mixture is gone.

8. Serve warm on top of a bed of lettuce.

9. Optional: drizzle garlic sauce on top!