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Anchovy Pt Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with this Anchovy Pt recipe, straight from Theodore Kyriakou, acclaimed as Britain's finest Greek chef! This intensely flavorful paste, featured in his cookbook 'Real Greek Food,' is incredibly versatile. Made with salty anchovy fillets (rinsed well!), capers, and aromatic herbs, it's perfect as a spread on crusty bread or crackers. Prepare it quickly using a food processor or embrace traditional methods with a pestle and mortar. The result? A deliciously addictive paste that will keep for weeks in your refrigerator. Get ready to elevate your appetizer game!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 1065 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
Anchovy Pt

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Ingredients for Anchovy Pt

  • 100g salted anchovy fillets (rinsed well)
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • Pickled Vegetables
  • Fresh Flat Leaf Parsley
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • White Wine Vinegar

How to Make Anchovy Pt

  1. **Pestle & Mortar Method:** Combine 100g anchovy fillets (rinsed), 2 tbsp capers, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1 tbsp fresh oregano, 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped), and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a pestle and mortar.
  2. Pound until a coarse paste forms.
  3. Gradually add 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, mixing continuously until fully incorporated.
  4. Stir in 1 tbsp red wine vinegar.
  5. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. **Food Processor Method:** Add 100g anchovy fillets (rinsed), 2 tbsp capers, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1 tbsp fresh oregano, 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped), and a pinch of red pepper flakes to a food processor.
  7. Pulse until finely chopped.
  8. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil.
  9. Add 1 tbsp red wine vinegar and process until a smooth paste forms.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

169 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

71g

Carbs

6g

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