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Ingredient Information
Name
Anchovies in oil
Category
Pescados y Mariscos
Popularity
28 recipes
Status
Inactive
Description
Anchovies in oil are small fillets of fish from the Engraulidae family, preserved in oil to maintain their flavor and texture. This ingredient is very popular in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in countries like Spain, Italy, and France, where they are used to enhance the flavor of sauces, salads, pizzas, and appetizers.
Anchovies primarily come from the Cantabrian Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, regions renowned for the quality and flavor of this fish.
Properties: They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, high-quality proteins, vitamins (especially vitamin D and B12), and minerals like calcium and phosphorus. Furthermore, anchovies help improve cardiovascular health and maintain adequate cholesterol levels.
In different Latin American countries, anchovies in oil may also be known as anchovetas, although this term is more commonly used for other similar species. However, in recipes and markets, the term anchovies is the most common and recognized for this oil-preserved product.