Spanish Sardine Garlic Toast

Name: Spanish Sardine Garlic Toast
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 1 can King Cup Premium Spanish Sardines; 4 slices baguette, sourdough, or toasted loaf bread; 2 tbsp mayonnaise or cream cheese; 1 small garlic clove, grated; 1 tsp calamansi or lemon juice; 1/4 tsp black pepper; Parsley or spring onions, chopped; Chili flakes, optional

Kira Lee By: Kira LeeUpdated: August 28, 2026

Spanish sardine garlic toast is one of my favorite ways to make a quick snack look and taste a little more special. Crisp bread supports the rich sardines, while the creamy garlic spread adds tang and ties everything together. It works for merienda, a light lunch, or an easy plate to share.

Choose a sturdy bread and toast it well so it does not soften too quickly under the sardine oil. I like to finish each piece with black pepper, chopped herbs, and a few chili flakes. Assemble just before serving for the best crunch, with extra calamansi nearby for anyone who wants more brightness.

Prep time8 minutesCook time5 minutesServes2 servingsDifficultyEasy

Ingredients

1 can King Cup Premium Spanish Sardines
4 slices baguette, sourdough, or toasted loaf bread
2 tbsp mayonnaise or cream cheese
1 small garlic clove, grated
1 tsp calamansi or lemon juice
1/4 tsp black pepper
Parsley or spring onions, chopped
Chili flakes, optional

Cooking instructions

1
Toast the bread until crisp.
2
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise or cream cheese with grated garlic, calamansi juice, and black pepper.
3
Spread the garlic cream over each toast.
4
Place King Cup Premium Spanish Sardines on top.
5
Spoon a little sardine oil over the toast.
6
Garnish with parsley, spring onions, or chili flakes.
7
Serve immediately.

Ingredients

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