5. Petiscos – Canned Portuguese Sardines
Portugal is also historically known for fish preservation, with canned sardines being one of its most popular culinary staples.
In recent years, eating canned sardines has become a gourmet activity, especially in Lisbon and Porto.
You will find canned Portuguese sardines typically served as petiscos or Portuguese tapas (small bites) at many bars and restaurants.
Presented in beautiful cans with artsy designs, the sardines are preserved in various condiments and ingredients.
From the simple olive oil, lemon, and tomato sauce to the more creative red pepper fennel, curry, or chickpeas.
We love Portuguese sardines, and we savored them as often as we could. Discovering the different flavors was part of the fun.
5. Petiscos – Canned Portuguese Sardines
Portugal is also historically known for fish preservation, with canned sardines being one of its most popular culinary staples.
In recent years, eating canned sardines has become a gourmet activity, especially in Lisbon and Porto.
You will find canned Portuguese sardines typically served as petiscos or Portuguese tapas (small bites) at many bars and restaurants.
Presented in beautiful cans with artsy designs, the sardines are preserved in various condiments and ingredients.
From the simple olive oil, lemon, and tomato sauce to the more creative red pepper fennel, curry, or chickpeas.
We love Portuguese sardines, and we savored them as often as we could. Discovering the different flavors was part of the fun.
