Sardine and Sardinha are the same fish. Different languages, different markets, one species — so a recipe calling for one works exactly as written with the other.
Sardines are small, oily fish that are enormously important in Mediterranean, Portuguese, and Latin American cuisines. Fresh sardines are grilled whole over open fires in Portugal and Spain, a summertime ritual. They are also extensively canned in oil, tomato sauce, or brine. Their strong, rich flavor and soft, edible bones make them a nutritional powerhouse.
One species, one fishmonger’s counter at a time.
| Country | Called |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸United States | Sardine |
| 🇬🇧United Kingdom | Sardine |
| 🇫🇷France | Sardine |
| 🇪🇸Spain | Sardina |
| 🇦🇷Argentina | Sardina |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Sardina |
| 🇵🇹Portugal | Sardinha |
| 🇧🇷Brazil | Sardinha |
| 🇮🇹Italy | Sardina |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Sardine |
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