Marinated Anchovies with Lemon (Boquerones Marinados con Limón)
Boquerones Marinados con Limón, or Marinated Anchovies with Lemon, is a traditional dish from Aragonese cuisine that showcases the delicious flavors of fresh anchovies marinated in zesty lemon juice. This simple yet flavorful recipe is perfect as a tapa or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh anchovies, cleaned and deboned
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, place the cleaned and deboned anchovies in a single layer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
- Pour the marinade over the anchovies, making sure they are completely covered. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Before serving, season the marinated anchovies with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the marinated anchovies to a serving platter and drizzle with a little extra olive oil. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
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
- Fat
- 7g
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
Supplies
Shallow dish Whisk Cover for dish Refrigerator Serving platter
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cup Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Boquerones Marinados con Limón with crusty bread and a glass of chilled white wine for a delightful appetizer.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, allow the anchovies to marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
Cost
$15