Sandwiches with saury and cheese

4 servings

20 minutes

Sardine and cheese sandwiches are a simple yet incredibly tasty dish from Russian cuisine, perfect for cozy home evenings or quick snacks. The origins of this recipe date back to Soviet times when canned fish was a popular and accessible ingredient. Tender sardines mixed with aromatic onions create a rich flavor, while baked cheese adds an appetizing stretchiness and crispy crust to the sandwiches. This dish is easy to prepare, and its heartiness makes it an excellent option for breakfast or a snack. Serve the sandwiches hot straight from the oven, enjoying their juicy texture and rich taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 525.6
• Proteins: 29.2g
• Fats: 14.7g
• Carbohydrates: 67.7g

Ingredients

• Canned saury: 1 jar
• Onion: 1 head
• Hard cheese: 150 g
• Loaf: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Mash the saury into a paste. Finely chop the onion and mix it with the saury.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned saury: 1 jar
   • Onion: 1 head

2. Slice the loaf into small thin pieces. Spread the sardines with onions over the pieces. Sprinkle grated cheese on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Loaf: 1 piece
   • Canned saury: 1 jar
   • Onion: 1 head
   • Hard cheese: 150 g

3. Bake in a preheated oven for 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Hard cheese: 150 g