Fried Anchovies with Sage
Fried Anchovies with Sage might be just the main course you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains roughly 37g of protein, 11g of fat, and a total of 384 calories. This recipe serves 3. Head to the store and pick up anchovies, sage leaves, seltzer water, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the baking powder you could follow this main course with the Simple Raspberry Lemon Cake as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.
Instructions
If you have not tried anchovies before - you must try them now! Get over any weird apprehensions or that its just bait or a punchline for a joke about pizza ("extra anchovies")! These little suckers are delicious & actually good for you!
Baked, fried & grilled - they are ohh so good and worth a try. If your not up to it, then pass me your plate because I love'em!Here is my favorite - Fried Anchovies - the recipe below adds a sage leave to each piece of fish as well for an extra burst of flavor & color.Fried Anchovies with Sage
Acciughe fritte con Salvia1lb of anchovies cleaned, spine removedsage leaves (optional - if you are not a fan of sage just omit)batter1 cup of flour1 egg1 teaspoon of salt1 teaspoon of baking powderseltzer watervegetable oil for frying
In a bowl combine flour, eggs, salt & baking powder. Slowly add in seltzer water & mix until forms a thin batter. Cover with plastic & set in the fridge for at least an hour.
Heat oil in a pot to 350 degree.
Remove batter from fridge and mix once or twice (batter will have separated).Take a sage leaf & anchovy put them together & dip into the batter - allowing access batter to drip off.Fry 20 seconds a side until golden brown.
Remove from oil & drain on a paper towel.
Sprinkle with salt & serve immediately.Pairs great with prosecco or white wine.