Crispy and Delicious Anchovy Stir-fry: The Ultimate Korean Side Dish
The most beloved side dish, Anchovy Stir-fry, perfect for everyday meals and lunchboxes!
This is our family’s most popular side dish that disappears the moment it’s made.
Main Ingredients- 100g small dried anchovies (you can choose other types based on preference)
- Pinch of salt (adjust based on the anchovies’ saltiness)
- A little cooking oil (to prevent anchovies from burning)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for nutty flavor and garnish)
Flavorful Sauce- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a touch of spice)
- 2.5 Tbsp corn syrup or rice syrup (for shine and sweetness)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic (adds depth of flavor)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (for a fragrant finish)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a touch of spice)
- 2.5 Tbsp corn syrup or rice syrup (for shine and sweetness)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic (adds depth of flavor)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (for a fragrant finish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Heat a wide pan over medium-low heat and add a little cooking oil. Add the small dried anchovies and stir-fry them. Keep the heat low to medium-low, gently stir-frying for 2-3 minutes to remove any fishy smell and enhance their nutty flavor. Fry until the anchovies turn lightly golden and crispy. Once done, set the fried anchovies aside in a separate bowl.
Step 2
In the same pan, combine all the sauce ingredients (red pepper flakes, corn syrup, minced garlic). Stir well over low heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Once the sauce starts to bubble, increase the heat to medium-high. Return the fried anchovies to the pan and quickly stir-fry for about 1 minute, ensuring the anchovies are evenly coated with the sauce. Be careful not to burn the sauce; a quick stir-fry is key.
Step 3
Just before turning off the heat, sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds and mix well. The nutty aroma of the sesame seeds will enhance the overall flavor of the anchovy stir-fry. Allow the stir-fry to cool slightly before storing in an airtight container to maintain its crispiness. Enjoy this delicious anchovy stir-fry, a perfect side dish for rice and a hearty addition to your lunchbox!
