Ginisang Kangkong with Sardines is a variation of the many ways Kangkong (water spinach) can be cooked. It also gives the otherwise boring sardines a pump and a healthier and more nutritious mix.

Ginisang Kangkong with Sardines

There are times that I want to have a quick and easy to cook meal especially when I get really busy. So, I often stack canned sardines and other quick cooking goods in the pantry. This is for me to avoid going to the neighborhood store where prices goes insanely high.

What are Sardines

Sardines or pilchards are small fish that belongs to the herring family. This fish is nutrient-dense with omega-3 fatty acids, protein and virtually any essential vitamin and mineral.

It is usually canned, mixed with tomato sauce, or smoked, grilled or pickled. However, you can also find them fresh in the market.

I often find them in my local market but I personally prefer the canned ones because I love the sauce that goes with it, plus I can choose those hot and spicy ones that I personally love. When it is canned, I also get to eat everything, including its bones.

Nutrition and Health Benefits of Sardines

Why sardines is good for you? There are a number of nutrition and health benefits of eating sardines.

Source of Omega-3 fatty acids. Perhaps this is the most known benefit of eating sardines. This omega-3 fatty acids has anti-inflammatory effects of the human body.
Rich in Protein. Our body needs sufficient protein for it is necessary in our body’s repair of its cells and muscles.
Great source of Vitamin D. Vitamin D or sunshine vitamin is hard to acquire in foods, and sardines are one of the best sources of this vitamin. Vitamin D aids in our bone growth.