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Sardines Caldereta

Published: Jun 5, 2020 · Modified: Jun 6, 2020 by Lalaine Manalo · This post may contain affiliate links

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Level up canned sardines into a spicy, full-flavored sardines caldereta! It's easy to make, budget-friendly, and delicious as an appetizer or main dish.

Sardines Caldereta in a white serving dish
Sardines Caldereta

Canned sardines is a staple in my pantry and one I use a lot in my cooking. Not only is it easy to prepare and readies quickly, but it's also a tasty and economical way to add protein to our meals.

I use sardinas in many of our dinner favorites such as ginisang upo and ampalaya, but I might have gone a little overboard stocking up during the lockdown as Ligo cans have taken over my cupboards! I am excited to find more creative sardines recipes like this fish caldereta which turns out hearty and flavorful in under thirty minutes!

canned sardines in tomato sauce, bell peppers, cubed potatoes and carrots on the side

Ingredients

  • Garlic and onions-to boost flavor
  • Potatoes and carrots-to extend servings
  • Green and red bell peppers-for added color and texture
  • Green olives-use pitted for best results
  • Thai chili peppers-to add a kick of heat
  • salt and pepper-season the dish to taste

cooking sardinas caldereta style

Cooking tips

  • Cut the potatoes and carrots in small and even size to ensure fast and even cooking. Pan-fry first until lightly browned to prevent from falling apart when finished off in the sauce.
  • If the sauce is drying out before the vegetables are tender, add more water or tomato sauce for a heartier flavor.
  • To keep the fish intact, add when the vegetables are fully cooked and do not over-stir.
  • If using the spicy canned sardines variety, decrease or omit the chili peppers.

Kalderetang Sardinas in a white serving dish

How to serve

  • This kalderetang sardinas is delicious as an appetizer with or as a main meal with steamed rice.
  • Store leftovers in a container with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat or in the microwave at 2 to 3-minute intervals until heated through.
Sardines Caldereta in a white serving dish
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Sardines Caldereta

Kalderetang Sardinas is a creative way to cook with canned sardines. It's easy and quick to cook, budget-friendly and delicious with steamed rice.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Main Entree
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290kcal
Author: Lalaine Manalo

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (5.0 ounces each) sardines in tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup canola oil
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into cubes
  • ½ red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into cubes
  • ½ green bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into cubes
  • 1 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 2 Thai chili peppers, stemmed and minced
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup green olives
  • salt and pepper
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Instructions

  • Drain sardines from tomato sauce, reserving sauce.
  • In a wide pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add potatoes and cook until lightly browned and almost cooked through. Using a slotted spoon, remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
  • Add carrots and cook until almost cooked through. Using a slotted spoon, remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
  • Remove excess oil except for about 1 tablespoon. Add bell peppers and cook for about 20 to 30 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
  • Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
  • Add chili peppers.
  • Add reserved sardines sauce and water. Bring to a boil, stirring to distribute .
  • Add potatoes, carrots, and olives. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until potatoes and carrots are tender.
  • Add sardines and bell peppers. Gently stir to distribute. Continue to cook until heated through. Serve hot.

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Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 508mg | Potassium: 652mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3196IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 296mg | Iron: 3mg
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