What is it?

Anchovy paste is a mixture of ground anchovies, vinegar, spices, a small amount of sugar and water, and is sold in tubes or tins at most supermarkets. Its flavor is pungently fishy and salty because the anchovies are cured before they are ground into paste. While it enhances the flavor in a variety of dishes, from soups to pasta sauces to salad dressings, it is important to always start with a small amount and add to taste because each manufacturer and country manufactures anchovy paste with different proportions and quality of ingredients.

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Recipes

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  Tomato-Basil Tart with Yogurt Custard

  Using yogurt in a custard instead of milk or cream adds a nice tang. This one tops a puttanesca-inspired filling of tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovy, and basil. Omit the anchovy…

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  Corn on the Cob with Green Olive Tapenade

  All-American corn on the cob meets Mediterranean flavor in this quick side dish, perfect for pairing with grilled fish. Microwaving the corn is speedy, but you can only cook four…

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  Glazed Lamb Chops

  An unusual mix of pantry ingredients—including Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, Angostura bitters, and honey— provides sweet and tangy flavors in this rich glaze. Serve the chops with herb-roasted tomatoes and…

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  Grilled Denver Steak and Tomatoes with Caper-Mustard Vinaigrette

  A bold and briny vinaigrette acts as both marinade and sauce for beefy grilled steak. Serve with garlic rubbed grilled bread and a green salad, if you like. If you…

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  Beef Daube Provençal

  Regardless of how fancy this dish may sound, this is simple, satisfying country cooking.

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  Asparagus Ravioli with Brown Butter Sauce

  Wonton wrappers are a quick alternative to homemade pasta for ravioli. The rich brown butter, bright lemon zest, and crunchy almond garnish perfectly complement the creamy asparagus filling.

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  Caesar Salad with Lemon Pepper Shrimp

  This is the ideal Caesar salad: Parmesan-packed Caesar dressing clinging to refreshing romaine lettuce, tossed with crunchy garlic-scented croutons, and made into an unforgettable meal with succulent lemon pepper shrimp.…

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  Peperonata on Baguette Toasts

  If you make the peperonata ahead of time, bring it to room temperature and adjust the salt, pepper, and vinegar before serving.