{"product_id":"sardinillas-en-aceite-de-oliva-kleine-sardinen-aus-galizien-real-conservera-espanola","title":"Sardines in Olive Oil (Small Sardines from Galicia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe pure taste of the Galician coast.\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003ci\u003eSardinillas en Aceite de Oliva\u003c\/i\u003e from the Real Conservera Española cannery are undoubtedly among the best canned fish in the world. These tiny, silver-shimmering sardines from the Galician bays (Rías Gallegas) are a masterpiece of traditional craftsmanship and a must-try for every tapas lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Art of Traditional Processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets these sardines apart from almost all other canned fish on the market is the enormous effort involved in their production: After being caught, the sardines are cleaned individually by hand (the head, tail, and entrails are carefully removed to avoid damaging the delicate fish). Then, following age-old Galician tradition, they are carefully roasted over a grill (\u003ci\u003eemparrilladas\u003c\/i\u003e). This crucial step gives the tender flesh its perfect, compact texture, so that it does not break apart in the oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, the sardinillas are sorted precisely by size and artfully layered into the can one by one by the \u003ci\u003eArtesanas\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaturation in Olive Oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the process, the can is filled with a specially blended olive oil cuvée (85% mild olive oil, 15% robust extra virgin olive oil). And this is where the real magic begins: High-quality vintage sardines like these continue to mature in the can. Over time (with a shelf life of up to 6 years), the flavors of the fish and the oil blend together. The texture becomes increasingly creamy, and the aroma deeper. \u003ci\u003e(Tip: Never throw away this intensely flavored oil—dip bread in it instead!)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSardines are incredibly versatile:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePure indulgence:\u003c\/b\u003e Serve the sardinillas directly from the beautiful can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOn toasted bread:\u003c\/b\u003e Place the small fish on a crispy piece of baguette that has been lightly spread with salted butter or a little fresh tomato. A few fine, paper-thin red onion rings perfectly round off the tapa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e A fresh, mineral white wine (such as an Albariño) or a dry Fino sherry is an excellent match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 112 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDrained weight: 78.4 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e10–14 pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Real Conservera Espanola","offers":[{"title":"Can of 112 g","offer_id":44618358948106,"sku":"MP-KLEI-REAL-2789","price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/kleine-sardinen-aus-galicien-mit-olivenol-sardinillas-real-conservera-espanola-dose-a-112-g-44270237581578.jpg?v=1774991143","url":"https:\/\/www.maitrephilippe.at\/en\/products\/sardinillas-en-aceite-de-oliva-kleine-sardinen-aus-galizien-real-conservera-espanola","provider":"Maître Philippe \u0026 Filles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}