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Homemade Anchovy

30 min prep · 30 min cook · Medium · 4 servings
Enjoy freshly homemade anchovies with a rich, authentic flavor crafted right in your kitchen!

Ingredients
500 grams fresh anchovy fillets (or small whole fresh anchovies)
Salt (about 150 grams, for curing)
Water (enough to submerge the fish)
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Method
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1. Clean the fresh anchovies thoroughly by removing heads and guts if using whole fish, then rinse well under cold water.
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2. Pat the fish dry with paper towels.
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3. In a large bowl, layer the anchovy fillets or whole small anchovies with a generous amount of salt, ensuring each layer is coated.
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4. Cover and refrigerate, allowing the fish to cure for 24-36 hours.
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5. After curing, rinse the anchovies gently to remove excess salt and pat dry.
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6. Soak the cured anchovies in cold water for about 1 hour to remove additional salt, changing the water once or twice.
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7. Drain thoroughly.
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8. Store the anchovies in sterilized jars, covered with a light layer of olive oil if desired, and keep refrigerated.
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9. The homemade anchovies are ready to use after at least 24 hours of curing and can be stored for up to 2 weeks.

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