Marinated Anchovies

prep time:: 15 minutes
other time:: 24 hours

Serves four

virginia schenk

Fresh anchovy fillets, marinated in lemon, olive oil, apple cider vinegar and sea salt.

ingredients

one kilo (two pounds) fresh anchovies, cleaned
one third cup extra virgin olive oil
juice of four large lemons
three tablespoons apple cider vinegar
two teaspoons sea salt
fresh lemon leaves or fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

directions

Wash and dry anchovies and set aside in a large shallow bottomed bowl. Combine the next four ingredients and pour over anchovies. Leave to marinate overnight in fridge. Serve garnished with fresh parsley or lemon leaves, with hearty Italian bread for dipping in the beautiful oil.

notes

I discovered how easy it was to make my own marinated anchovies on a recent trip to the Amalfi coast. We stayed in a small village called Praiano, and became well acquainted with the local fish monger, who provided us with these beautiful little fishes.

Source: virginia schenk