Crispy and Nutty Anchovy Stir-Fry
Nutrient-Rich Anchovy Stir-Fry with Nuts: A Crowd-Pleaser for All Ages!
Introducing a staple Korean side dish, anchovy stir-fry, now enhanced with the goodness of nuts! Packed with calcium for growing children and beneficial for brain development, this dish is a perfect blend of savory and nutty flavors. Its irresistible taste makes it a favorite for both kids and adults, making it a side dish you’ll reach for again and again. It also makes a fantastic snack or accompaniment to drinks!
Main Ingredients- 150g dried anchovies (small, suitable for stir-frying)
- 3 sachets of mixed nuts (approximately 100-150g)
- 5 cloves of garlic
- 3 Korean chili peppers (adjust to your spice preference)
Seasoning- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp plum syrup (or honey/corn syrup)
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or oligodang)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp plum syrup (or honey/corn syrup)
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or oligodang)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
To eliminate any fishy smell and enhance the nutty flavor, dry-roast the 150g of anchovies in a dry pan over medium heat for about 4 minutes. Be careful not to burn them. This process will make the anchovies crispier.
Step 2
After roasting, place the anchovies in a sieve and gently shake to remove any crumbs. You might be surprised by how many crumbs come off! This step is crucial for a neat and pleasant anchovy stir-fry.
Step 3
Thinly slice the 5 cloves of garlic. Slice the 3 Korean chili peppers diagonally. If you prefer it spicy, include the seeds; if you want a milder flavor, remove the seeds before slicing. Roughly chop or break apart the 3 sachets of mixed nuts into bite-sized pieces. Smaller nut pieces will prevent burning during stir-frying.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the sauce. In the pan, combine the soy sauce (2 Tbsp), plum syrup (2 Tbsp), sugar (2 Tbsp), and corn syrup (1 Tbsp). Bring this mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Once it starts to bubble, add the sliced garlic, chili peppers, and the prepared nuts. Cook for about 1 more minute, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 5
Once the sauce is bubbling nicely and the ingredients are well combined, turn off the heat immediately. Add the roasted anchovies to the pan and gently toss to coat them evenly with the sauce and nuts. The residual heat will help the sauce adhere without breaking the anchovies.
Step 6
Finally, drizzle in the sesame oil (1 Tbsp) and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds (1 Tbsp). Give it one last gentle mix. You now have a delicious, nutty, and nutrient-packed anchovy stir-fry! Let it cool slightly before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
