Marinated Anchovies

Name: Marinated Anchovies
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Anchovies (frozen) 1.1 lbs; Garlic ¾ tsp; Lemon juice 0.6 cup; Parsley 4 tbsp; Extra virgin olive oil 10 tbsp; Black pepper to taste; White wine vinegar 1.3 tbsp; Fine salt to taste

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416

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 416
Carbohydrates g 2.8
of which sugars g 2.7
Protein g 16.6
Fats g 37.6
of which saturated fat g 6.27
Fiber g 2.2
Cholesterol mg 57
Sodium mg 598

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 30 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low
Note + the marinating time of the fish

PRESENTATION

Golden accents and a tender bite set these American marinated anchovies apart any time you want a fresh, flavorful option for appetizer platters or casual spreads. Families looking for new seafood ideas keep coming back to these because rich seafood flavor, simple visual appeal, and an inviting aroma make them a standout on the table—especially for those who love to share snacks with a little extra something! This dish feels right at home at both celebratory events and laid-back dinners with family or friends, adding a Mediterranean touch without making things complicated. People often say that the rich yet fluffy texture, nice color, and savory vibe make these marinated anchovies a real crowd-pleaser—they definitely look great next to other party snacks (crackers, bread, veggies work well). Even with just a few in a bowl at family game night... you'll see why they tend to disappear fast.

Busy home cooks like that quick seafood recipes such as this aren’t just for special occasions—these marinated anchovies make a good anytime snack, a last-minute boost at family barbecues, or a dependable star when classic anchovy appetizers are needed in a hurry. There’s a wellness bonus too since they’re a rich seafood pick full of omega-3s—a win for parents hoping for more wholesome options. Easily paired with olives, a dash of herbs, or a squeeze of lemon, they work for summer picnics, lunchboxes, or just mixing things up on the weekend menu. For those searching anchovy recipes USA or dabbling in Mediterranean dishes for family meals, it’s EASY to see why these easy marinated anchovies hold a permanent place on their seafood snack list. Offer them as an anchovy meze recipe for holiday spreads, let the kids snack during movie nights, or round out a simple salad for lunch—there are plenty of family-friendly reasons to add these DELICIOUS anchovies to your weekly food rotation. Everyone ends up with a nice new favorite that’s both versatile and loaded with really great flavor.

How to prepare Marinated Anchovies

To prepare the marinated anchovies, start with the marinade: in a mixer, add the parsley along with a clove of garlic 1, and 3 tablespoons of olive oil 2, and blend everything for a few moments 3.

Squeeze the lemons 4, and collect the juice in a container with the olive oil 5 and season with salt and black pepper 6.

Mix well using a whisk 7 or the tines of a fork, and when the two mixtures have combined 8, add the parsley mixture 9.

Continue mixing with the whisk 10, then set aside the marinade 11. Meanwhile, proceed to the How to Clean Anchovies 12; since these will not undergo any cooking, it is very important to ensure they have been properly frozen at the time of purchase (always choose fresh anchovies to buy at your trusted fish market); for greater safety, it is recommended to freeze for at least 96 hours at 0°F (-18°C) (already gutted) and then thaw to use in the recipe.

Wear disposable latex gloves, then remove the head 13, then run your thumb along the belly to open them like a book, so you can then bone them by pulling away the central bone and cleaning out the innards 14, finally rinse the fillets under a stream of water (to remove all impurities), being very careful not to split the fish into two halves 15.

Arrange the well-cleaned anchovy fillets in a large container side by side 16 and pour the marinade you prepared 17, then cover with plastic wrap. Leave to rest for at least 5 hours at room temperature 18.

After the necessary time has passed, remove the plastic wrap and pour in the white wine vinegar 19, mix 20, and finally, lightly drain them from the marinade and arrange the marinated anchovies on a serving plate to serve and enjoy them as an appetizer 21!

Storage

It is recommended to consume the marinated anchovies immediately; you can store the marinated anchovies in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for up to 1 day.

You can freeze the anchovies after gutting and cleaning them, on a tray covered with plastic wrap, and when they are hardened, you can transfer them to a freezer bag and keep them frozen for at least a week before using them for your marinated preparations.

Advice

Do you like spicy flavors? Add fresh chili pepper cut into slices to the marinade along with a few seeds!

For Safe Consumption of Raw, Marinated, or Partially Cooked Fish

Before consuming raw, marinated, or not perfectly cooked fish, it is recommended to freeze for at least 96 hours at 0°F (-18°C) in a domestic freezer marked with 3 or more stars, as per the guidelines of the Ministry of Health.

Curiosity

By "marinate" we mean a preparation used to flavor, preserve, and soften fish but also meat. In ancient times the brining system was used: hence "sea water," thus "marinade." Over time, however, the technique has been refined using white wine vinegar, often accompanied by lemon juice that "cooks" the meat slightly. However, salt is almost never added to the marinade because it causes the juices to seep out of the meat, "cooking" it; however, if the necessary marinade should exceed 48 hours, then it would be appropriate to add it to extend the shelf life of the food.

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