Gluten-Free Sardine Puff

Elevate your snack game with these irresistibly flaky Gluten-Free Sardine Puffs—perfect for anyone craving a savory bite without gluten! Featuring a golden, buttery puff pastry filled with a zesty sardine mixture, this recipe combines the robust flavors of canned sardines, sautéed onion and garlic, vibrant lemon zest, and fresh parsley. The result is a delicious balance of umami and freshness, wrapped in a crisp pastry shell. Quick and easy to make with just 20 minutes of prep, these sardine puffs are ideal for appetizers, party snacks, or a light lunch. Whether you’re catering to dietary restrictions or simply exploring new flavor combinations, this recipe is both gluten-free and gourmet, ensuring everyone at the table will be coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 400 grams Gluten-free puff pastry
• 2 cans Canned sardines in olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and garlic. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Drain the canned sardines and remove the bones if desired. Add the sardines to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Break them into chunks using a spatula.

Step 4

Add the lemon zest, chopped parsley, black pepper, and salt to the sardine mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

Roll out the gluten-free puff pastry on a lightly floured surface (using gluten-free flour) to about 3mm thickness. Cut the pastry into 8 equal squares.

Step 6

Place a heaping tablespoon of the sardine filling onto the center of each pastry square. Fold the opposite corners of the pastry over the filling to form a triangle.

Step 7

Seal the edges by pressing them with a fork or crimping them with your fingers.

Step 8

Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the tops of the sardine puffs with the beaten egg for a glossy finish.

Step 9

Arrange the puffs on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	844.9 grams (844.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2339

Total Fat 145.70g	187%
Saturated Fat 47.30g	236%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 498mg	166%
Sodium 2498mg	109%
Total Carbohydrate 179.20g	65%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 15.40g
Protein 81.10g	162%

Vitamin D 458IU	2292%
Calcium 980mg	75%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 1464mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 30.5%