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| Sardines in Vine Leaves
12 large or 24 small vine leaves 12 fresh sardines 1 bunch of parsley, chopped finely 1 bunch of coriander, chopped finely 3 cloves garlic, crushed salt and pepper 3 Tbsp. olive oil 1 lemon If using fresh vine leaves, plunge them into boiling water just until they change color and become soft (about 15 seconds). If using leaves in brine, soak them in fresh water for an hour, changing the water twice to remove the salt. In a small bowl mix together the parsley, coriander, garlic, salt and pepper, and olive oil. Scale and remove the heads of the sardines and then wash them well. (There is no need to remove the bones or innards of small sardines). Slit each fish open and fill with a mixture of the herbs. Roll each fish up in one or two vine leaves and place under a hot grill or over hot charcoals (about 8 cm. from the coals). Cook for 5 minutes on both sides. Serve hot or cold, with a bit of lemon juice squeezed over. Posted to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Jewish_Cuisine/ By gabriella_kapsaski@� |