A new anchovies dish that we experimented with for Thanksgiving dinner party. It received a rave review from our guests. The right amount of chili and the sweetness on the tip of your tongue will definitely make you dance. Well, not literally, you know what I meant. Definitely the easiest dish of the day.

Photos taken by Rusdy Suki

Anchovies with Green Chili

Ingredients:

500 gr anchovies, 2" length

500 gr big green chili

200 gr shallot, sliced thinly

5 salam leaves

2 stalks lemongrass, crushed and cut off top

1 cup cooking oil + 2 tablespoons for stir-frying

Directions:

Heat 1 cup of cooking oil in a deep-frying pan over medium heat. Wait till it is well heated before adding the anchovies. Fry for 5 - 10 minutes till it is dry and crunchy
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat, saute sliced shallot, salam leaves, lemongrass and sugar for 5 minutes till all spices release their fragrance
Stir in fried anchovies. Mix well for 2 minutes
Remove from heat
Serve with steamed rice