Anchovy Rice Pilaf

 

½ kg anchovies

1 cup rice

1 onion

1 bunch parsley

1.5 tablespoons tomato paste

½ cup vegetable oil

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon salt

1.5 cups hot water

How to Make Anchovy Rice Pilaf:

 

After lightly sautéing the onions in vegetable oil, add the tomato paste. Then add the rice, salt, and black pepper, sauté again, and add water until it reaches the consistency of rice pilaf. Remove from heat and add chopped parsley. Then, arrange the anchovies, with their backs facing down, at close intervals in the tray. Spread the rice over them. Optionally, it can be prepared in two layers. Finally, arrange the anchovies on top and bake in a 180ºC oven for 30 minutes.

 

Preparation Time: 30 minutes Serves 6-8