PAN-FRIED ANCHOVIES

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Fresh anchovies and sardines are widely available throughout southern Europe and make a quick, inexpensive appetizer or lunch. In the United States, they can be bought filleted or simply cleaned and left whole.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

32 fresh anchovies or 16 sardines (about 1 1/4 pounds), cleaned
1 cup toasted unseasoned dry breadcrumbs
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil, for frying
Fresh lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Rinse fish and shake lightly to dry slightly, leaving some water on to help breadcrumbs adhere. Spread breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl or pie dish; season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1/4 inch oil over high until shimmering. (Test by dropping a breadcrumb; if it sizzles and floats instantly, the oil is hot enough for frying.) Working in batches so as not to crowd, dredge fish in breadcrumbs and lay flat in skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook until fish are golden brown on bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip fish, one at a time, and continue to cook until tender when pressed in center and flesh is opaque, 2 to 3 minutes more. Using a slotted spatula, transfer fish to prepared baking sheet; sprinkle with salt. Between batches, increase heat and strain out browned crumbs, or wipe out pan as needed.

Md Bashir
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I love anchovies, and this recipe did not disappoint. The anchovies were crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Saeed Afraid
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. The anchovies were crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Cyph M
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste, but the anchovies were crispy and the lemon-butter sauce was flavorful. I would probably use less salt next time.


Adriana Fopixi
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I've never had anchovies before, but this recipe made me a fan. The anchovies were crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Puspa Kc
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Yum!


Rahat Khan
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. The anchovies were crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Usman Nisar
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Not a fan of anchovies, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The lemon-butter sauce helped to balance out the fishy flavor of the anchovies.


Nicki MCB
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The anchovies were crispy and the lemon-butter sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


grg sagar
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I love anchovies, and this recipe did not disappoint. The anchovies were crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Mizpah Dilly
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Meh.


Sendy Ortiz
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This was my first time cooking anchovies, and I was pleasantly surprised. They were crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce was delicious. I served them over rice, and it was a great meal.


Alan Chahwan
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Not bad! The anchovies were a bit too salty for my taste, but the lemon-butter sauce helped to balance it out. I would probably use less salt next time.


Musfiqur Alvi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The anchovies were crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Marim Ahmed
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Easy to make and packed with flavor. I used fresh anchovies, and they were perfect. The lemon-butter sauce was simple but delicious.


DK RASHED VAI
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Absolutely delicious! The anchovies were crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce was perfect. I served them over angel hair pasta, and it was a hit with my family. Highly recommend!