Sardine Bun

Perfect for a savory snack or a light meal, these irresistibly soft Sardine Buns are a flavor-packed treat with a golden, glossy finish. Featuring a fluffy homemade dough and a hearty filling of spiced sardines sautéed with onion, garlic, and tomato paste, these buns strike the ideal balance of comfort and bold taste. The recipe combines simple pantry ingredients with some kneading and shaping to create bakery-quality results right in your kitchen. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these buns are a delightful fusion of texture and flavor, making them a great option for gatherings, lunch boxes, or casual dinners. Try these Sardine Buns today and experience a uniquely satisfying twist on classic baked breads!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 300 g all-purpose flour
• 7 g instant yeast
• 30 g sugar
• 5 g salt
• 180 ml milk
• 40 g unsalted butter
• 125 g canned sardines in oil
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 15 g tomato paste
• 2 g black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 15 ml water

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

Warm the milk slightly until it's just above room temperature, not hot.

Step 3

Add the warm milk to the flour mixture, followed by the unsalted butter.

Step 4

Knead the mixture together until a smooth and elastic dough is formed, about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.

Step 6

While the dough is rising, prepare the sardine filling. Drain the sardines, removing any excess oil.

Step 7

In a pan over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is soft.

Step 8

Add the drained sardines and break them apart with a spatula. Stir in the tomato paste and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then set aside to cool.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 10

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into 8 equal portions.

Step 11

Flatten each portion into a circle and place a tablespoon of the sardine filling in the center. Gather the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch to seal.

Step 12

Place the buns seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Cover them with a damp cloth and let rise for another 15 minutes.

Step 13

Beat the egg with 15 ml of water to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash for a shiny finish.

Step 14

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 15

Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(936.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2071.7

Total Fat 64.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 502.3mg	0%
Sodium 2529.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 292.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 48.8g
Protein 81.1g	0%

Vitamin D 376.7IU	0%
Calcium 846.9mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 1716.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.9%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 56.5%