Description
Small Atlantic sardines preserved in a spicy tomato based Brava sauce. This preparation focuses on the delicate texture of smaller fish paired with a classic Iberian condiment.
Craft & Origin
ABC+ sources these small sardines from the Atlantic, selecting smaller specimens for their tender skin and bones. Following the traditional Portuguese method, the fish are steam cooked before being cleaned and packed by hand. This pre-cooking step is essential to remove excess moisture, ensuring the sardines do not stew in the tin. The Brava sauce is a technical preparation of tomato, olive oil, and piri-piri, providing a structured heat. As a small scale producer, ABC+ emphasizes manual labor and regional integrity over high volume industrial outputs. Each tin reflects a commitment to maintaining the quality of the raw material through traditional processing.
Flavor & Texture
Tender and delicate texture with clean brine. Savory tomato base with a sharp, lingering spice.
How to Use
Serve on top of thick potato chips or alongside warm crusty bread.
Why We Like It
These sardines offer the refined texture of petingas with a punchy sauce rarely seen in such small fish.
Technical Details
Size: 120g
Origin: Portugal
Production Method: Steam cooked and hand packed
Dietary Notes: Gluten free
Pairs With: Potato chips, crusty bread, crisp pilsner