Fried Marinated Anchovies (Boquerones en Adobo)
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Ingredients
- 500 g fresh anchovies or sprats, cleaned and filleted
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp sweet smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 100 g plain flour
- 500 ml vegetable oil for frying
Method
- 1
Mix the garlic, smoked paprika and vinegar in a bowl, add the anchovies and toss to coat. Leave to marinate for 20 minutes.
- 2
Drain the anchovies and pat dry, then toss in the flour until lightly coated.
- 3
Heat the oil in a deep pan to 180C and fry the anchovies in batches for 2 minutes until golden and crisp.
- 4
Drain on kitchen paper and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
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