Crispy and Savory Anchovy Stir-fry with Fresh Gobak Anchovies
Delicious Anchovy Stir-fry Recipe Using Fresh Gobak Anchovies
Anchovy stir-fry makes a hearty side dish! Lately, I’ve been feeling a bit lazy about cooking side dishes, but a good banchan is essential. So, I quickly whipped up this anchovy stir-fry. Using fresh, seasonal Gobak anchovies makes it extra savory and delicious.
Main Ingredients- 250g Fresh Gobak Anchovies
- 6 cloves Garlic
Seasoning- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Plum Extract
- 1 Tbsp Oligodang (Corn Syrup)
- 1/3 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Cooking Wine (Mirin)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Plum Extract
- 1 Tbsp Oligodang (Corn Syrup)
- 1/3 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Cooking Wine (Mirin)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start making a delicious anchovy stir-fry using fresh Gobak anchovies! Drizzle perilla oil (or regular cooking oil) into a pan. Add thinly sliced garlic and sauté over medium-low heat until fragrant and lightly golden, creating garlic-infused oil.
Step 2
Once the garlic oil is fragrant, add the prepared Gobak anchovies to the pan. Stir-fry them together, ‘shake shake,’ making sure they are coated with the garlic oil. This step helps to remove any fishy smell and adds a nutty aroma.
Step 3
Continue stir-frying the anchovies, being careful not to burn them. When they become dry and slightly crispy, add the soy sauce and plum extract. Quickly stir to coat the anchovies evenly with the sauce. The soy sauce provides saltiness, and the plum extract adds a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor.
Step 4
Finally, add the oligodang (corn syrup) and stir-fry for a glossy finish. The oligodang helps prevent the anchovies from sticking together and gives them an appealing sheen. Just before turning off the heat, drizzle in the sesame oil for a final touch of fragrance. Your delicious anchovy stir-fry is ready!
