Ingredient

Pacific Sardine

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Flavor: Oily, rich, assertive.

Type

seafood

Peak Months

Jul, Aug

Season Window

Jun → Sep

Flavor & uses

Oily, rich, assertive.

Grill whole, cure, escabeche.

Storage

Highly perishable; use within 1 day.

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Phase: Off

Peak: Jul, Aug

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Sardine Pâté Dip

An easy five-ingredient dip featuring bold-flavored sardines, perfect for a Pacific Northwest-inspired appetizer.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%

Versatile Sardine Recipes for Pacific Northwest Dining

This collection of 12 recipes showcases versatile ways to use fresh or tinned sardines, from a Sardinian-style pasta to a Portuguese BBQ dish and a Japanese katsu sandwich.

Local produce: 60%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Sardine Recipes for Seafood Lovers

A collection of recipes showcasing fresh or canned sardines, featuring wild greens and other seasonal ingredients from the Pacific Northwest.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 60%

Savory Sardine Dishes for the Pacific Northwest Palate

Flavorful sardine-based recipes featuring fresh, seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredients and cooking techniques suitable for an upscale restaurant menu.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 80%

Tinned Sardine Quick Bites

Quick and easy tinned sardine bites, perfect for a casual snack or light meal.

Local produce: 60%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 60%

Sardines with Pacific Northwest Seasonal Ingredients

This recipe features fresh sardines, a seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredient, prepared with a simple yet flavorful method.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Pacific Northwest Sardine and Rice Bowl

Simmered sardines with onions and tomatoes served over white rice for a Pacific Northwest-inspired meal.

Local produce: 40%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 60%