Spicy and Sweet Anchovy Muchim (Seasoned Anchovies)
Spicy and Sweet Anchovy Muchim (Seasoned Anchovies)
How to Make Super Simple Seasoned Anchovies
Anchovies are packed with calcium! Instead of just stir-frying them, try seasoning them! Here’s a recipe for incredibly easy seasoned anchovies that will revive your appetite. This addictive dish is sure to make you finish a bowl of rice in no time!
Main Ingredients- 100g anchovies (for stir-frying or small anchovies)
Spicy & Sweet Seasoning for Anchovies- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (like mirin)
- 1 Tbsp rice syrup or corn syrup
- 3 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2/3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste, approx. 10g)
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion
- 2 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (adjust according to anchovy saltiness)
- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (like mirin)
- 1 Tbsp rice syrup or corn syrup
- 3 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2/3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste, approx. 10g)
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion
- 2 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (adjust according to anchovy saltiness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gently pull off the heads and the hard dorsal fins of the anchovies, and remove the intestines (the dark part). If using small anchovies, you can skip this step or just remove the heads and guts from larger ones.
Step 2
Heat a pan over low heat, then add the prepared anchovies. Stir them continuously to prevent burning, and stir-fry until the anchovies become crispy. This process removes any fishy smell and brings out their nutty flavor.
Step 3
Place the well-fried anchovies in a sieve and shake off any crumbs or small pieces that fall through. This ensures the seasoning coats the anchovies evenly without clumping, leading to a better taste.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the key to delicious seasoned anchovies – the seasoning sauce! In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp chopped green onion, 2 Tbsp sesame seeds, 2 Tbsp gochugaru, and 2 Tbsp sesame oil. Next, add 1 Tbsp rice syrup (or corn syrup) and 3 Tbsp honey for sweetness. Finally, add 2/3 Tbsp gochujang for a spicy kick and 2 Tbsp cooking wine to remove any lingering fishiness and enhance the flavor. Mix everything thoroughly. It’s recommended to adjust the amount of soy sauce based on the saltiness of your anchovies.
Step 5
Add the crispy, fried anchovies (that have been sifted) to the prepared seasoning sauce. Gently mix them with your hands or a spatula until the seasoning is evenly coated on all the anchovies. Be careful not to break the anchovies while mixing.
Step 6
Transfer the well-mixed seasoned anchovies to a nice serving dish. Your delicious seasoned anchovies, which look tempting enough to make your mouth water, are now complete! They make a perfect side dish for rice or a great accompaniment to drinks.
