Basque Tapas Heaven: Pintxo de Boquerones en Vinagre (Basque-style Marinated Anchovies)
Basque-style Marinated Anchovies, also known as Pintxo de Boquerones en Vinagre, are a popular Basque tapas dish that features marinated anchovies in vinegar, garlic, and parsley. This dish is bursting with flavor and is a perfect addition to any tapas spread or as a light appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh anchovy fillets
- 1 cup white wine vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, place the anchovy fillets in a single layer.
- Sprinkle the garlic and parsley over the anchovies.
- Pour the white wine vinegar over the anchovies, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Once marinated, remove the anchovies from the vinegar and place them on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and serve immediately.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Shallow dish Plastic wrap Serving platter
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Basque-style Marinated Anchovies with crusty bread and a glass of chilled white wine for a delightful tapas experience.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, allow the anchovies to marinate overnight to fully absorb the flavors of the vinegar, garlic, and parsley.
Cost
$15