Grilled 'Butterflied' Anchovies with Caesar Salad

Grilled fresh anchovies served with a homemade Caesar dressing, crispy parmesan croutons, and fresh Little Gem lettuce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 903.1 kcals 3612.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 20.6 grams 82.3 grams
Fat 78.1 grams 312.5 grams
Protein 29.6 grams 118.2 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
4
piece
Egg Yolks
free-range
25
g
Parmesan
grated
GrainsCereals
110
g
Country Bread
cut into small cubes
Liquids
150
ml
NutsSeeds
1
piece
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
1
piece
Salt
to taste
OilsFats
Seafood
3
piece
Anchovy Fillets
marinated, roughly chopped
16
piece
Anchovies
fresh, cleaned, deboned and flattened out
8
piece
Anchovy Fillets
marinated, finely sliced
Vegetables
2
piece
3
piece
Little Gem Lettuces
leaves separated

Steps

  • Simmer garlic and white wine in a small pan for five minutes until garlic softens.
  • Remove from heat and mix in mustard, egg yolks, and marinated anchovies.
  • Blend the mixture into a purée using a stick blender and transfer to a bowl.
  • Gradually whisk in both oils and season with black pepper.
  • Preheat the grill to high.
  • Season fresh anchovies with salt and pepper and brush with olive oil.
  • Mix flour with paprika and toss anchovies to coat.
  • Grill anchovies for two minutes until just cooked.
  • Turn anchovies and cook for one further minute.
  • Toss bread cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Fry bread for 3-4 minutes until golden-brown and crunchy.
  • Remove from heat and coat croutons with grated parmesan.
  • Toss lettuce and sliced anchovies with a portion of the Caesar dressing.
  • Mix in the croutons just before serving.
  • Plate the salad and pile grilled anchovies alongside it.