Crispy Garlic Mayo Anchovy Stir-fry
A Reliable Side Dish for Every Meal: Crispy Garlic Mayo Anchovy Stir-fry Recipe
This anchovy stir-fry is perfect as a snack for kids or a hearty side dish for any meal! Instead of just stir-frying, adding mayonnaise and plenty of garlic creates a ‘Garlic Mayo Anchovy Stir-fry’ with an exquisite creamy and savory flavor. By stir-frying the anchovies until crispy in a dry pan and then tossing them with a sweet and savory sauce, it becomes an irresistible accompaniment to rice. It’s so simple to make, making it a go-to side dish that you’ll never get tired of.
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups of small dried anchovies (approx. 100g)
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or rice syrup)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Korean green chilies
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 2 cups of small dried anchovies. Heat a dry pan over medium-low heat, and without adding any oil, stir-fry the anchovies continuously for about 3-4 minutes until they become crispy. Stirring constantly to prevent burning is key.
Step 2
Once stir-fried, place the anchovies in a fine-mesh sieve and gently shake to remove any crumbs or small fragments. This step ensures your stir-fry is cleaner and tastier.
Step 3
To the cleaned anchovies, add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and toss well, ensuring each anchovy is evenly coated. Let them sit for a moment to allow the mayonnaise to be absorbed.
Step 4
In a small saucepan or pot, combine 1/2 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine (mirin), 1 tablespoon of plum extract, 1 tablespoon of corn syrup (or rice syrup), and 1 tablespoon of finely minced garlic. Mix well and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
Step 5
Once the sauce begins to simmer, add the mayonnaise-coated anchovies and stir-fry quickly over high heat. It’s best to toss them for less than a minute until the sauce is quickly absorbed by the anchovies. Overcooking can make the anchovies tough.
Step 6
Finally, wash 2 Korean green chilies, remove the stems, and slice them thinly on an angle. If you like spicy food, you can leave the seeds in; if you’re making this for children, remove the seeds first. Add the sliced chilies and stir-fry with the anchovies for about another 30 seconds. Your delicious Garlic Mayo Anchovy Stir-fry is now ready!
