Quick Sardines on Toast

Step 1: Prepare the Toast

1. Toast the Bread:

   • Take 4 slices of sourdough bread and place them in a toaster or on a baking sheet.
   • Toast until golden brown and crispy. If using an oven, set it to broil and watch closely to prevent burning. This should take about 3-5 minutes.

2. Rub with Garlic:

   • While the toast is still warm, grab 1 garlic clove.
   • Cut it in half to expose the fresh garlic.
   • Take each half and rub it over the top of the toasted bread. This adds a lovely garlic flavor to the bread.

3. Grate the Tomatoes:

   • Wash 1-2 large ripe tomatoes (about 120g total).
   • Using a box grater, carefully grate the tomatoes into a bowl.
   • If you prefer, you can chop them finely instead, but grating makes it easier to spread.

4. Spread the Tomato:

   • Take the grated tomatoes and spoon them onto the toasted bread.
   • Use the back of a spoon to spread the tomato evenly over each slice, covering the surface well.

5. Add the Sardines:

   • Open a can of 120g-140g sardines in olive oil.
   • Use a fork to carefully lift the sardines from the can, allowing any excess oil to drip off.
   • Place the sardines on top of the grated tomato, arranging them nicely on each slice.

6. Drizzle with Olive Oil:

   • Pour a few tablespoons of the olive oil from the sardine can over the sardines and tomato on each toast.
   • This adds extra flavor and richness.

7. Top with Vegetables:

   • Take ½ red onion and slice it very thinly.
   • Scatter the onion slices evenly over the sardines.
   • Next, take 8 pitted black olives, cut them in half, and place them on top of the onion.

8. Finish with Parsley:

   • Rinse and chop a handful of fresh parsley until it’s finely chopped.
   • Sprinkle the chopped parsley over each toast for a fresh, vibrant touch.

9. Serve Immediately:

   • Enjoy your sardines on toast right away while the bread is still crispy!