Elevating the universal sardine-from-a-tin, Mint mixes different cultures’ ingredients and adds his own twist to showcase his comfort food, Sambal Sardines, in a new light.

This flavourful dish is a beautiful fusion of Singapore’s diverse culinary traditions and for Mint, a reminder of simpler times, evoking memories of home and comfort.

Ingredients

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stalks

Lemongrass

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stalks

Lemongrass

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Potatoes

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Potatoes

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bulbs

Red shallots

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bulbs

Red shallots

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Cherry tomatoes

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Cherry tomatoes

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buds

Ginger flower

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buds

Ginger flower

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Calamansi

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Calamansi

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tbsp

Cooking oil

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tbsp

Cooking oil

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tin

Sardines

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tin

Sardines

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tbsp

Minced garlic

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tbsp

Minced garlic

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tbsp

Dried shrimps

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tbsp

Dried shrimps

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Kaffir leaves

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Kaffir leaves

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Curry leaves

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Curry leaves

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tbsp

Chopped chillies

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tbsp

Chopped chillies

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tsp

Tamarind

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tsp

Tamarind

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cup

Water

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cup

Water

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Petai beans

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Petai beans

Sugar (to taste)

Salt (to taste)

Coriander leaves

Spring onions

Steps

1

Cut lemongrass, potatoes, red shallots, cherry tomatoes and ginger flower.

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2

Squeeze calamansi juice into a bowl, and julienne the peels.

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3

Fry potatoes until golden brown. Transfer to plate when it's 70% cooked.

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4

Halve the sardines and add in an oiled non-stick pan. Cover the lid.

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5

Cook sardines for 10 minutes on each side. Set aside.

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6

In the same wok, add in a bit more oil and sauté the shallots, lemongrass, ginger flower, dried shrimps, kaffir leaves, curry leaves, chopped chillies until fragrant.

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