Witlof sardine boats

I love sardines. They’re a sustainable fish, dirt-cheap and super-healthy. Forget the tinned ones – buy fresh and tuck into this recipe. You can use toast instead of witlof if you wish. They make great hors d’oeuvres, too.

Ingredients (serves 2)

• 6 sardine fillets
• ½ cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 1 mild chilli, finely chopped
• Juice and grated zest of ½ lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ cup cream cheese
• 1 witlof

METHOD
In a pan grill the sardines on both sides over a medium heat with a little oil. Transfer to a small bowl and smash together with the parsley, chilli to taste, lemon zest and juice, and oil. Pull apart the witlof and top with a spoonful of cream cheese and some sardine mixture.

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Photo credit: Marija Ivkovic