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Boquerones Fritos
Crispy fried fresh anchovies — tender inside, shatteringly crisp outside. A seaside tapa best eaten with lemon and cold beer.
Prep 15 min
Cook 10 min
Total 25 min
Serves 4
Appetizer·Spanish·Medium
Ingredients
Step 1 — Fry
- 1 lb fresh anchovies (cleaned, butterflied)
- 1 cup flour
- Salt
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Lemon wedges
- Parsley
Instructions
- 1
Prep fish
Pat anchovies very dry. Season with salt and dust lightly with flour.
- 2
Fry quickly
Deep-fry in very hot oil 1–2 minutes until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
- 3
Serve
Serve immediately with lemon wedges and parsley.
Nutrition per serving: 240 cal · 24g protein · 12g carbs · 12g fat · 0g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
