Coargal Sardines with Lemon (120g)

Bring a little Spanish sunshine to your next lunch with Coargal Sardines with Lemon. Made in Spain by Conservas Artesanas Gallegas, these sardines pair the savoury character of the fish with fresh lemon for a bright take on a classic conserva. Each 120g tin comes wrapped in colourful illustrated paper, making it as appealing on a tapas table as it is tucked into a thoughtful food gift.

This is an easy tin to build a meal around. Sardines and citrus are natural companions, and the lemon makes this a particularly inviting choice when you want something lively alongside bread, vegetables or a crisp salad. Keep a tin ready for a relaxed lunch, an impromptu aperitivo or an evening when a few carefully chosen ingredients are all you need.

Serving suggestions

For a simple Spanish-style tapa, arrange the sardines on toasted sourdough with thinly sliced red onion, chopped parsley and a few capers. Add a bowl of olives and some piquillo peppers, then let everyone help themselves. For something more substantial, serve them with warm boiled potatoes and green beans, or flake them gently into a white bean salad with celery and fresh herbs.

They also make a delicious open sandwich: spread a little alioli over crusty bread, add the sardines and finish with sliced cucumber or peppery rocket. When preparing pasta, fold the fish through at the end so the pieces retain their shape, then finish with parsley and freshly ground black pepper. Taste before adding more lemon, allowing the citrus already in the tin to guide the seasoning.

Wine pairing

Try a chilled Albariño for its fresh acidity and citrus character, or a dry Verdejo for a lively herbal pairing. A crisp Cava is another lovely option, especially when serving these sardines as part of a varied tapas spread.

Net weight: 120g. Drained weight: 84g. Origin: Spain. Allergen: fish.