TINNED FISH! The Pantry Staple is suddenly Chic!
You heard it here first (Or maybe Tik Tok beat me to it!) Tinned fish is IN now! You know that little can of sardines or anchovies collecting dust in your pantry because you were afraid to add it to your recipe?? It's ready to take center stage! We’re in the middle of a full blown tin fish renaissance & honestly, I’m here for it all!
What’s the scoop?
It’s not just convenient, though yes, you can eat it from the tin in your pajamas! (and I have!) there’s more though….
Sustainability - small fish = smaller environmental impact! Many of the brands i love are focused on ocean- friendly sourcing
Serious Nutrition & Yummy Flavor Combos - Omega 3’s, protein, calcium & some super delicious flavor combos (think spicy peppers & legit olive oil)
Fancy Way to Serve - you can pop a can & eat at your island for lunch or create a jaw dropping board with toast points, french butter, a drizzle of oil, flakey sea salt & feel effortlessly European!
Shelf Stable Goodness! No fridge, no worries! These tins are ready for the next major storm but can also be fun @ your next dinner party!
OK, you are intrigued! (I hope!) How do you eat the goods without feeling like you are eating your parents 1950’s sardines smashed in a tiny can??
Create a board…. 2 or 3 tins with crusty sour dough, french butter, flaky salt, pickled onion & pickles
Anchovy Tip…melt a few in a pan of olive oil, add roasted veg or your favorite sauce & toss with pasta!
Which ones to try?
Some of my favorite brands! Check them out! (I will circle back & report on a few more as I try them!)
Fishwife - super trendy, great flavor combos, & female founded! Yah!
Natural Catch - simple, varying flavors, huge chunks of tuna
Ton Ninno - Wow! Beautiful packaging, large filets of tuna, & lovely olive oil infusions of flavor
Scout - All wild caught, offers so many fish (still searching for the lobster!), fantastic flavor combos with different fish & shellfish
My Final Thoughts….(there will be more as I taste a few more)
Tinned fish is the glow up your pantry didn’t know it needed! It’s healthy, tasty & oddly elegant! So, go ahead & pop it open, pour a glass of something cold & savor the briny, salty & yes, let’s say bougie deliciousness!