Savory Soy-Glazed Anchovy Stir-fry
Make a Hearty Week’s Worth of Banchan: Soy-Glazed Anchovy Stir-fry Recipe
Let’s make a delicious, sweet and savory soy-glazed anchovy stir-fry. It’s perfect with rice!
Ingredients- 80g small dried anchovies (dried on a pan)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1 tsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, we’re going to make a delicious soy-glazed anchovy stir-fry, a beloved Korean side dish that’s also a great healthy snack for kids. It has a magical flavor that will make you finish a bowl of rice in no time!
Step 2
First, to get rid of any fishy smell and moisture, heat a dry pan over low heat. Add the anchovies and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. You’ll smell a nutty aroma as the moisture evaporates. Transfer the stir-fried anchovies to a separate bowl to cool slightly.
Step 3
While the anchovies are cooling, let’s make the sauce. In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp mirin (optional, depending on preference), 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tsp minced garlic. Mix well with chopsticks or a spoon until the sugar is dissolved. It’s important to stir thoroughly so the sugar melts completely.
Step 4
Now, reheat the pan over low heat and add 1 Tbsp of cooking oil. Add the stir-fried anchovies and pour in the prepared sauce. Gently stir with a spatula or spoon, mixing as you stir-fry, to ensure the sauce coats the anchovies evenly. Cook until the sauce thickens and clings to the anchovies, then turn off the heat. Be careful not to overcook, as the anchovies can become too hard.
Step 5
Finally, sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds over the finished anchovy stir-fry for an extra nutty flavor! This delicious soy-glazed anchovy stir-fry is ready. It’s tasty even when hot, or you can let it cool and store it in a container for a hearty side dish throughout the week.
