Recipe of the week: #Ligurian marinated #anchovies

Blue fish, pesto, basil, extra-virgin olive oil, bread and other Ligurian typical products were presented at the event Slow Fish, on the opening day of the Expo2015. 

Blue fish, rich in omega-3, is one of the most consumed kinds of fish in the area, and anchovies are certainly the most appreciated. Prepared in many different ways, anchovies are the pride of the Italian region. 

Despite their small size, anchovies are rich in flavour, and are often used as a secret ingredient to enhance many dishes where you would not expect them. 

A typical way to enjoy anchovies in Liguria is by marinating them. Marinated anchovies are usually served as a tasty antipasto and they are made with other typical Ligurian products such as extra-virgin olive oil and lemon.

Here is our suggested recipe for tasty marinated anchovies, prepared according to the Ligurian tradition.

Ingredients

20 fresh anchovies

The juice of 1 lemon

½ glass of white vinegar

1 tbsp Ligurian extra-virgin olive oil

a pinch of salt

ground pink pepper/parsley 

Method

Gently remove the bone from the anchovies, by opening them in half and trying not to break them. Then wash the anchovies and dispose them on a tray. 

In a glass, combine the salt, the vinegar, the oil and the lemon juice, stirring well.Pour the mix onto the anchovies, covering all the fish evenly. 

Let to rest in the fridge for about 2 days. 

Sprinkle with pink pepper or parsley, and serve with toasted bread.