Crispy Almond Anchovy Stir-Fry
Crispy Almond Anchovy Stir-Fry
How to Make Almond Anchovy Stir-Fry – A Nutty Anchovy Recipe
Let’s make a healthy and delicious almond anchovy stir-fry.
Main Ingredients- 50g small dried anchovies (fried briefly in a dry pan to remove fishiness)
- 15 almonds (roughly chopped or whole)
- A little cooking oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, we’re making ‘Almond Anchovy Stir-Fry’! The combination of nutty almonds and crispy anchovies is simply divine and makes for a perfect side dish. Let’s get started step-by-step!
Step 2
First, to remove any fishy smell from the anchovies and make them extra crispy, place the small dried anchovies in a dry pan. Stir gently over medium-low heat, ensuring they don’t clump together, until they become slightly translucent. Once they start to turn a light golden brown, remove from heat and let them cool in a colander. This process removes the anchovies’ unpleasant odor and greatly improves their texture.
Step 3
Now, add a little cooking oil to the pan and lightly stir-fry the dried anchovies over low heat. This step helps the anchovies coat evenly with the oil and prevents sticking.
Step 4
Once the anchovies are lightly sautéed, add all the seasoning ingredients: 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1g corn syrup (or rice syrup). Mix well. Stir continuously with a spatula over low heat to prevent the seasoning from burning, ensuring the sauce coats the anchovies evenly. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens and glazes the anchovies before moving to the next step.
Step 5
Finally, add the prepared almonds and stir-fry them together with the anchovies. For extra nuttiness, you can toast the almonds beforehand, but raw almonds are also delicious when stir-fried. Continue stir-frying for about 1 minute until the almonds and anchovies are well coated with the glaze. It’s crucial to maintain low heat during this stage to prevent the seasoning from burning.
Step 6
Turn off the heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds for a beautiful garnish. Your delicious Almond Anchovy Stir-Fry is now complete! Let it cool slightly before storing in an airtight container. This makes for a fantastic side dish that you can enjoy for days. Be sure to give it a try!
