Spicy Gochujang Anchovy Stir-fry & Crispy Nutty Anchovy Stir-fry: Two Delicious Flavors!
Spicy Gochujang Anchovy Stir-fry & Crispy Nutty Anchovy Stir-fry: Two Delicious Flavors!
Nutty Anchovy Stir-fry, Gochujang Anchovy Stir-fry, Side Dish for Kids, Side Dish for Adults, Banchan
We’ve made two kinds of popular anchovy stir-fries, perfect as simple side dishes! The spicy and sweet Gochujang Anchovy Stir-fry is perfect for adult tastes, while the crispy and savory Nutty Anchovy Stir-fry is wonderful for kids. These anchovy dishes are so addictive, you won’t be able to stop eating them! Enjoy making these delicious banchan.
Main Ingredients- 4 cups small dried anchovies (janmyeolchi)
- Mixed nuts (your preference)
- A little dried cranberries
- A little dried blueberries
- A little cooking oil
Gochujang Anchovy Stir-fry Seasoning- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or rice wine)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (oligosaccharide)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
Nutty Anchovy Stir-fry Seasoning- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (oligosaccharide)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or rice wine)
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or rice wine)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (oligosaccharide)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
Nutty Anchovy Stir-fry Seasoning- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (oligosaccharide)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or rice wine)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, place 2 cups of small dried anchovies (using a paper cup as a measure) in a dry pan. Stir-fry them over low heat until they turn a light golden brown, being careful not to burn them. This initial stir-frying removes any fishy smell and enhances their nutty flavor.
Step 2
Once the anchovies are nicely toasted, transfer them to a sieve. Gently shake the sieve to remove any powdery residue or small crumbs. This step ensures a cleaner and more pleasant texture in the final dish.
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the seasoning for the Gochujang Anchovy Stir-fry. In the same pan, combine the Gochujang, cooking wine, plum extract, minced garlic, and sugar. Mix them well. (Tip: We’ll add the corn syrup, sesame oil, and sesame seeds later to preserve their aroma and flavor.)
Step 4
Place the pan with the seasoning ingredients over medium-low heat. Stir the mixture with a spatula until it begins to bubble gently. Once it starts to simmer, it’s ready for the anchovies.
Step 5
Add the pre-stir-fried anchovies (that you sifted earlier) to the simmering sauce. Gently toss and mix them with the sauce, ensuring each anchovy is coated. Be careful not to break the anchovies while mixing.
Step 6
Continue to stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until the sauce evenly coats the anchovies. Turn off the heat. Finally, add the corn syrup, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. Give everything a final toss to combine. Your spicy and sweet Gochujang Anchovy Stir-fry is now complete!
Step 7
For the Nutty Anchovy Stir-fry, prepare the anchovies the same way by stir-frying them first and sifting out the dust. In a pan, add a little cooking oil, then add the prepared anchovies, mixed nuts, dried cranberries, and dried blueberries. Pour in the soy sauce, sugar, corn syrup, and cooking wine. Stir-fry everything together, making sure the anchovies don’t burn. If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a little more sugar. Continue stirring until all the ingredients are well combined and coated. This creates a wonderfully crispy and savory Nutty Anchovy Stir-fry!
