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What Can I Make with Anchovies?

With anchovies, you can make Anchovy fried rice, Anchovy peanut sambal, Anchovy potato stir-fry, plus the other practical options below. Choose by the time, equipment, and supporting ingredients you have.

Five realistic directions

Meal ideas that genuinely fit these ingredients

01

Anchovy fried rice

Likely supporting ingredients: rice, peanuts, chilli, potatoes, eggs or vegetables.

02

Anchovy peanut sambal

Likely supporting ingredients: rice, peanuts, chilli, potatoes, eggs or vegetables.

03

Anchovy potato stir-fry

Likely supporting ingredients: rice, peanuts, chilli, potatoes, eggs or vegetables.

04

Anchovy egg rice

Likely supporting ingredients: rice, peanuts, chilli, potatoes, eggs or vegetables.

05

Anchovy vegetable soup

Likely supporting ingredients: rice, peanuts, chilli, potatoes, eggs or vegetables.

Pantry additions

What you may still need

rice, peanuts, chilli, potatoes, eggs or vegetables

Meal types

Good fits

  • lunch
  • dinner
  • condiment

Substitutions

If an ingredient is missing

Sardines give more body and moisture; mushrooms can provide savouriness in vegetarian dishes.

A substitution can change texture, binding, leavening, taste, moisture, or cooking time.

Prep and storage

Keep the ingredients ready to use

Keep dried anchovies sealed and dry; rinse or soak salty anchovies when the recipe allows.

FAQ

Questions about cooking with Anchovies

What is the quickest thing to make with anchovies?

Anchovy fried rice is usually the quickest starting point. You may also need rice, peanuts, chilli, potatoes, eggs or vegetables.

Can I make Anchovy fried rice with only these main ingredients?

It depends on the recipe. For better flavour and the right structure, you will usually still need rice, peanuts, chilli, potatoes, eggs or vegetables.

What can I substitute for anchovies?

Sardines give more body and moisture; mushrooms can provide savouriness in vegetarian dishes.

How should I store anchovies?

Keep dried anchovies sealed and dry; rinse or soak salty anchovies when the recipe allows.

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