Spicy and Sweet Stir-fried Anchovies with Peppers: A Golden Recipe for a Side Dish
Spicy and Sweet Stir-fried Anchovies with Peppers: A Golden Recipe for a Side Dish
Perfect for When You Lack Appetite! Spicy, Sweet, and Savory Stir-fried Anchovies Side Dish
This is an easy-to-follow recipe for delicious stir-fried anchovies with peppers, measured using a tablespoon. The spicy Cheongyang peppers and savory anchovies are a perfect match for a rice side dish!
Main Ingredients- 150g dried anchovies (about 3 handfuls)
- 10 Cheongyang peppers
Seasoning Ingredients- 5 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp red pepper paste (gochujang)
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (oligo당)
- 5 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp red pepper paste (gochujang)
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (oligo당)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the Cheongyang peppers, which are responsible for the spicy flavor. Remove the stems and finely mince them. If you remove the seeds, you can adjust the spiciness.
Step 2
Heat 5 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan. Add the dried anchovies and stir-fry them for about 1 minute, as if deep-frying, being careful not to break them. This process helps to remove any fishy smell and creates a crispier texture.
Step 3
Once the anchovies are lightly fried, add 1 tablespoon of perilla oil, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, and the minced Cheongyang peppers. Stir-fry together for another minute until fragrant garlic and spicy pepper aromas are released.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour 1 tablespoon of soy sauce along the edge of the pan. Allowing the soy sauce to caramelize slightly can add depth of flavor. Stir well with the other ingredients to ensure the soy sauce is absorbed.
Step 5
Now, add 1 tablespoon of red pepper paste (gochujang) and stir-fry evenly until all ingredients and seasonings are well combined. It’s important to manage the heat carefully to prevent the gochujang from burning.
Step 6
When the anchovies, peppers, and seasonings are well mixed and start to look glossy, the delicious stir-fry is almost ready. Turn off the heat immediately. Overcooking can make the anchovies too hard.
Step 7
Finally, add 2 tablespoons of corn syrup and toss thoroughly with residual heat until evenly coated. The corn syrup adds a subtle sweetness and a beautiful sheen, making the dish even more appetizing. Your delicious stir-fried anchovies with peppers are now complete! They are incredibly tasty served with hot rice.
