Fried Anchovies with Lemon and Dill
Crispy fried anchovies brightened with fresh lemon and dill, served with warm flatbread for a simple, satisfying meal.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse the 1 lb anchovies and pat dry with paper towels. Season with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper.
Step 2
Place 0.5 cup flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each anchovy in flour, shaking off excess.
Step 3
Heat 0.25 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Fry anchovies in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and crisp.
Step 4
Transfer fried anchovies to a paper towel-lined plate. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over them.
Step 5
Chop 0.25 cup fresh dill and sprinkle over the anchovies. Serve hot with 4 pieces flatbread.
Step 6
Enjoy immediately while crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- shallow dish
- paper towels
- knife
- cutting board
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