How do you saute anchovies in a flavor base?

Question

Once in a while an Italian recipe asks for dissolving a couple anchovy filets in the oil before adding other veggies.

Should you chop your anchovies before, or break them in the oil? Also what degree should the oil be in? I feel like I always burn my anchovies.

score 9 · Answer 1 · edited Jul 04 '18 at 12:42

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You can both chop or not chop the anchovies.

I do not: I just crush them in the pan, and thus do not have to clean up anchovy oil from my cutting board.

I usually use anchovies like that in combination with garlic or onion, so the heat is never high enough to burn anything. If your anchovies get burnt, lower the heat.

edited Jul 04 '18 at 12:42

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How do you saute anchovies in a flavor base?

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