Waves of sweet, sour, and salt carry meaty sticklebacks to newfound fame. Our boldly flavored friends are balanced by pickled sauce in this craveable tin.

Relatively new to the world of conservas, we think this fish is gonna stick. Stickleback have a lower caloric content than sardines, and more meat to boast. The flavor is stronger, but is well tamed by a bright and briney sauce. Tomato, vinegar, onion, bell pepper, white pepper, and laurel combine their forces to pickle the stickle.

TASTING: sweet, sour, salt, meaty
PAIRING: juicy red wine, sour beer, bright/acidic cocktails
SERVING: excellent base for a sauce with rice, veggies, hearty cheese
REGION: Portugal