Sweet and Spicy Anchovies (Dilis)
Totally addictive and unbelievably good, these sweet and spicy anchovies (dilis) make a delicious appetizer. We eat it with rice and but it pairs well with some ice-cold beer, too! Quick and easy to make, you have something tasty in a matter of minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried dilis or anchovies, sprinkled with water
- 1 tsp ground cayenne, or to taste
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 3 tbsp dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup oil for frying, or as needed
Instructions
- Combine sugar and spices. Set aside.
- Heat oil to medium. Add the dilis or anchovies and quickly stir-fry cooking for a minute (or less) just until the fishes have changed to a darker color or about half-cooked. Sprinkle the sugar and spice mix all over and quickly stir-fry. Cook just until everything is mixed through - 30 seconds to about a minute.
- Place the cooked dilis in a strainer (lined with paper towel if desired) to drain any excess oil Serve with rice vinegar on the side, if desired. So deliciously addictive!
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