Sardines On Toast

Ingredients

• 1 lemon – juiced; wedges cut (for serving)
• 2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley leaves – finely chopped
• 7.5 ounces canned sardines in olive oil – drained, reserve a little oil
• 0.25 tsp fine sea salt
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 4 slices bread – thick-cut, toasted
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter – softened

Instructions

1. Finely chop the parsley. Cut two wedges from the lemon for serving, then squeeze 1 tbsp juice into a medium bowl.
2. Drain the sardines lightly, reserving a little of the tin oil; add the sardines to the bowl and break into large flakes with a fork.
3. Add the chopped parsley, black pepper, and sea salt to the bowl. Fold gently to combine; taste and adjust seasoning.
4. Toast the bread slices until deep golden and crisp, 2–4 minutes.
5. Spread the softened butter evenly over the hot toast.
6. Pile the sardine mixture onto the buttered toast. Spoon a little reserved oil over the top if desired. Serve immediately.