Crispy Fried Anchovies
Golden, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, these **Crispy Fried Anchovies** are a seafood lover's dream! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, black pepper, and a touch of sea salt, each bite delivers a delicate balance of crispiness and bold flavor. Coated in a light flour and cornstarch mixture, these anchovies are deep-fried to golden perfection and served with a refreshing squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a zesty finish. Ideal as a quick appetizer, snack, or even a side dish, this recipe is straightforward, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're preparing for a backyard gathering or craving something indulgent, these fried anchovies bring delicious simplicity with every crispy bite. Perfect for pescatarian diets and packed with coastal flavors, they pair beautifully with a chilled beverage or a vibrant summer salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh anchovies
- 150 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 whole lemon
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil
Instructions
Begin by cleaning the anchovies: remove the heads and guts by pinching the head between your thumb and forefinger, then pull gently towards the tail. Rinse the cleaned anchovies under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). You can test the oil by dropping a little flour in it; if it sizzles immediately, the oil is ready.
Dredge the drying anchovies in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well-coated, and shake off any excess flour.
Carefully add the coated anchovies to the hot oil, frying them in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain the oil temperature.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried anchovies from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Continue frying the remaining batches until all anchovies are done.
Once all anchovies are fried, squeeze fresh lemon juice over them for added zest and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 467.7 g | 600% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.9 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 284.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2889 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.9 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 118.5 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.0 mcg | 125% | |
| Calcium | 779 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 24.6 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 2198 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
