Healthy & Delicious Stir-Fried Anchovies with Ginseng
Healthy & Delicious Stir-Fried Anchovies with Ginseng
Easy & Flavorful Stir-Fried Anchovies with Ginseng for Everyone
We all know ginseng is good for our health, but it’s not always easy to incorporate into our daily meals. I’ve come up with a simple way to enjoy ginseng by making ginseng syrup, which can be easily used in cooking whenever needed. Here’s a recipe for delicious and healthy stir-fried anchovies with ginseng.
Main Ingredients- 2 Tbsp minced ginseng
- 2 Tbsp oligo syrup (or corn syrup)
- 1/2 cup dried anchovies (small size)
- 1 tsp minced red or green chili pepper
Seasoning- 1/2 tsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients needed for the recipe. Having the minced ginseng, oligo syrup, dried anchovies, minced chili pepper, and seasoning ingredients measured and ready will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 2
To remove any fishy smell from the anchovies and make them extra crispy, spread them evenly in a bowl and toast them. Place them in an air fryer set at 160°C (320°F) for about 5 minutes. If you don’t have an air fryer, you can gently toast them in a dry pan over low heat until they are crispy. Freshly toasted anchovies are incredibly fragrant and delicious.
Step 3
Finely mince the red or green chili pepper that will add a spicy kick. Wash the pepper, remove the stem, and mince it very finely. Removing the seeds can help control the spiciness.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the base for our ginseng syrup. In a blender, combine 2 tablespoons of minced ginseng and 2 tablespoons of oligo syrup. Blend until smooth. This will create a delicious ginseng syrup infused with the unique aroma of ginseng.
Step 5
Heat a pan over medium-low heat. Add the blended ginseng mixture. Once small bubbles start to form, reduce the heat to low and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated and the mixture has thickened into a syrup. This process concentrates the flavor and texture of the ginseng syrup.
Step 6
Prepare 1 teaspoon of the cooked ginseng syrup and 1 teaspoon of the minced chili pepper. In a separate bowl, combine these with 1/2 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds. Mix well to create the seasoning sauce. The sweetness of the ginseng syrup, the spice of the chili, and the savory notes of the sauce will harmonize beautifully.
Step 7
Add the crispy toasted anchovies to the prepared seasoning sauce. Gently toss them to ensure the sauce coats each anchovy evenly. This step completes the base for your delicious stir-fried anchovies with ginseng.
Step 8
Now, transfer your carefully prepared stir-fried anchovies with ginseng to a serving dish. This dish is perfect as a side for rice or even as a snack. Enjoy this healthy and flavorful addition to your meal!
Step 9
A special tip! For an even richer flavor, mix 1 tablespoon of the stir-fried anchovies with 1 tablespoon of crumbled roasted seaweed (gimjaban). This creates a delightful ‘Ginseng Anchovy Gimjaban’ that is especially popular as a lunchbox side dish for children.
