Sardine and Vegetable Medley

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the sardines under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add the sardines. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

3. 3

   In the same pan, add the chopped onion and stir fry for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent.

4. 4

   Add the stir fry vegetables to the pan and cook for another 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.

5. 5

   Chop the tomatoes and add them to the pan. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they soften.

6. 6

   Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the vegetables and stir well.

7. 7

   Return the sardines to the pan and gently mix them with the vegetables.

8. 8

   Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

9. 9

   Serve the Sardine and Vegetable Medley hot, garnished with lemon slices if desired.