Tortang Sardinas

Name: Tortang Sardinas
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 1 can King Cup Sardines, lightly drained; 2 large eggs; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour or cornstarch; 2 tbsp onion, finely chopped; 1 tbsp spring onion, chopped; 1 small chili, chopped, optional; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 2-3 tbsp cooking oil, for frying

Kira Lee By: Kira LeeUpdated: August 28, 2026

Tortang sardinas is an easy way to turn one can into a filling breakfast, lunch, or baon. The sardines bring plenty of flavor on their own, while onion and spring onion add a fresh bite. Once the mixture hits the pan, the edges become golden and crisp while the middle stays soft and savory.

I like this torta with a little chopped chili, but you can leave it out for a milder version. Drain most of the sauce before mixing so the patties hold together, then fry them over medium heat instead of rushing with a very hot pan. A little ketchup, vinegar, or calamansi on the side is all it needs.

Prep time8 minutesCook time8-10 minutesServes2 servingsDifficultyEasy

Ingredients

1 can King Cup Sardines, lightly drained
2 large eggs
2 tbsp all-purpose flour or cornstarch
2 tbsp onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp spring onion, chopped
1 small chili, chopped, optional
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2-3 tbsp cooking oil, for frying

Cooking instructions

1
Place sardines in a bowl and lightly break them into chunks.
2
Add eggs, flour, onion, spring onion, chili, and black pepper.
3
Mix until combined. The mixture should be thick enough to spoon into the pan.
4
Heat oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
5
Spoon the mixture into small patties or one large omelette.
6
Fry for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden.
7
Flip carefully and cook the other side for another 2 minutes.
8
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel.
9
Serve with rice, ketchup, or spiced vinegar.

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