Savory pies are always a welcome addition to dinner, offering a tasty and practical change from the usual routine. Let’s make this easy blender sardine pie.
Ingredients for the blender sardine pie:
Filling:
- 1 large yellow onion, diced;
- 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped;
- 1 can (approx. 15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained;
- 1 can (approx. 15 oz) green peas, drained;
- 2 tablespoons sliced olives;
- Fresh parsley and scallions to taste;
- 2 cans (approx. 4 oz each) sardines, in oil;
- Black pepper to taste;
- Salt to taste.
Batter:
- 3 large eggs;
- 1 cup vegetable oil;
- 2 cups whole milk;
- 1 teaspoon salt;
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch;
- 2 cups all-purpose flour;
- 1 tablespoon baking powder.
How to prepare the blender sardine pie:
Measuring cup used: 8 oz (240ml)
Pan dimensions used in this recipe:
- 14 inches long;
- 10 inches wide;
- 2 inches deep.
Batter:
- In a blender, combine all batter ingredients except for the baking powder. Blend until smooth, then stir in the baking powder last.
Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped onion, tomato, corn, peas, olives, and fresh herbs;
- Add the sardines (including the oil from the can). If needed, clean the sardines by removing any bones or scales before mixing well;
- Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
Assembly:
- Grease a rectangular baking dish;
- Pour half of the batter into the dish and spread evenly;
- Add the sardine filling over the batter layer;
- Cover with the remaining batter;
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 40 minutes.
Your savory pie is ready to serve!
Fun facts about sardines:
Sardines are oily fish from the Clupeidae family, related to herrings. Typically small (4–6 inches long), they are known for their single dorsal fin, forked tail, and lack of teeth. They are a nutritious and sustainable choice for many quick meals.
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