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Ingredients
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Anchovies
Garlic Vinaigrette
Espelette Pepper
Method
Preparing the Anchovies
- 1
Clean the Anchovies
Rinse the fresh anchovies under cold running water to remove any debris. Remove the heads and guts, and gently open the anchovies to flatten them. Place them in a bowl of ice water for 10 minutes to firm up.
- 2
Soak the Anchovies
In a separate bowl, mix equal parts of water and white wine vinegar. Soak the cleaned anchovies in this mixture for 30 minutes to remove any strong fishy flavor.
Making the Garlic Vinaigrette
- 3
Prepare the Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
- 4
Mix the Vinaigrette
In a bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembling the Dish
- 5
Plate the Anchovies
Drain the soaked anchovies and pat them dry with paper towels. Arrange them neatly on a serving platter.
- 6
Drizzle with Vinaigrette
Drizzle the garlic vinaigrette over the arranged anchovies, ensuring they are well coated.
- 7
Sprinkle Espelette Pepper
Finally, sprinkle the Espelette pepper over the top for a subtle heat and flavor enhancement.