Porthos, one of Portugal’s oldest and most iconic conserva houses, has been producing quality tinned seafood since 1912. Their tins are instantly recognisable, but it’s what’s inside that has earned them such lasting admiration—sardines prepared with care and steeped in classic Portuguese flavour traditions.
 
Their sardines in tomato sauce are a true staple: plump, meaty fish paired with a rich, savoury sauce made from ripe tomatoes. The sardines bring natural depth and briny sweetness, while the tomato adds warmth and balance—comforting, hearty, and endlessly versatile.
Enjoy them simply with warm bread for a quick snack, or fold them into rice dishes, pasta, or stews to add body and flavour. For a lighter touch, try serving them atop a crisp green salad or alongside roasted vegetables.
 
Pair with a Portuguese red such as a young Dão for a rustic match, or a Douro rosé for something fresher. In Australia, a Barossa Grenache offers a juicy, bright-fruited complement to the tomato’s natural sweetness.
 
Ingredients: Sardines (min 65%), tomato, sunflower oil and salt