Anchovies in Air Fryer

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Anchovies in Air Fryer
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  • Lactose Free
  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Prep time: 15 min
  • Cook time: 8 min
  • Serving: 2 persone
  • Cost: Very low

PRESENTATION

Anchovies in an air fryer are a light and crispy appetizer... this cooking method allows you to achieve a golden and dry breading without using an excessive amount of oil! The texture is reminiscent of classic frying, but with our recipe, you'll prepare a dish with less fat. A practical and quick alternative for those who love fried fish but don't want to give up on lightness. Thanks to the air fryer, the anchovies retain all their natural flavor, while the light dusting of flour contributes to creating a fragrant and delicious golden crust. Anchovies in an air fryer show that you can achieve a crispy and appetizing result even without large amounts of oil, with a preparation that's accessible to everyone and ready in just a few minutes and served with plenty of lemon! If you don't have an air fryer, find out how to prepare baked anchovies!

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INGREDIENTS
Anchovies 14.1 oz (400 g) - to clean
Type 00 flour to taste
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Salt to taste
Preparation

How to prepare Anchovies in Air Fryer

To prepare anchovies in an air fryer, first focus on cleaning the anchovies. Remove the head 1 by gently pulling it, and try to remove the fish's innards during this process. Open them like a book by running your finger along the spine 2, from the head to the tail. Then remove the spine and rinse well under running water. As you clean them, place them on a tray covered with paper towels 3.

Then pass them, a few at a time, in the flour 4, then put them in a sieve and shake it to remove the excess flour 5. Transfer to a tray or baking sheet for convenience and drizzle with oil 6.

Place the anchovies in the air fryer basket (we used a fryer with a capacity of 6 liters) 7. Place few at a time, well spaced. Cook at 375°F for 7-8 minutes. The cooking time depends on the size of the anchovies. Remove from the fryer and season with salt 8. The anchovies in the air fryer are ready to be enjoyed hot 9.

Storage

Anchovies in an air fryer should be eaten as soon as they're ready. Alternatively, they can be stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of one day.

Tip

If you've made multiple batches, you can reheat them all together before serving.

If you prefer a more substantial breading, you can coat the anchovies in a mix of breadcrumbs and cornmeal.

After cooking, a splash of lemon or orange will add freshness and make the dish even more fragrant.

You can serve the anchovies in an air fryer with a fantastic green sauce!

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