How to Cook Crispy Anchovies
Fried crispy dilis are golden-brown, crunchy anchovies, seasoned and fried to perfection, offering a savory, flavorful bite that's perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 114kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 kilo fresh anchovies or dilis
- 1/2 tsp. fine salt
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- cooking oil for frying
For the breading:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp. file salt
- 1/4 tsp. chili powder
- 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
Instructions
How to Cook Crispy Anchovies
- Wash the anchovies in running water and drain. Put on a colander to drain excess water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine anchovies, salt, ground black pepper and chili powder or paprika. Mix until well combined.
- In another mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, pepper, salt and chili powder. Mix until well combined.
- Put some anchovies on the flour-cornstarch mixture and dredge the anchovies in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Using a strainer, strain the anchovies to remove excess flour. Put in a plate and set aside. Do the same procedure on the rest of the anchovies.
- Heat cooking oil in a pan and deep fry the anchovies until golden brown and crispy.
- Put on a colander to drain excess oil. Serve with spiced vinegar upon serving.