Winner of "Best of Sicily" for their anchovies, Balistreri salted anchovy fillets are a high-quality, artisanal product crafted to deliver an intense, savory flavor that enhances a variety of dishes. These anchovies are carefully selected and processed using traditional methods, ensuring their exceptional taste and texture.
Unique Features
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Origin: Sourced from the pristine waters of the Bay of Biscay, renowned for producing some of the finest anchovies in the world.
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Production: Hand-cleaned and packed in salt at Balistreri Girolamo's facility in Aspra, Sicily. The company has been perfecting the art of anchovy preservation since 1947, using methods passed down through generations.
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Ingredients: Made with only the freshest anchovies and high-quality sea salt, ensuring a pure and authentic taste.
Taste Profile Balistreri Salted Anchovy Fillets offer a rich, umami flavor with a firm yet tender texture. The salt curing process intensifies the anchovies' natural savory taste, making them a versatile ingredient in many culinary applications.
Ingredients
- Anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus)
- Sea salt
Nutritional Information (per 100 g)
- Energy: 970 kJ / 232 kcal
- Fat: 13 g (saturated: 2.7 g)
- Carbohydrates: 0 g (sugars: 0 g)
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Salt: 15 g
Culinary Applications
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Pizza: Perfect for topping pizzas, adding a burst of umami that complements the other ingredients.
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Pasta: Enhances pasta dishes such as Spaghetti alla Puttanesca, providing a depth of flavor that is both savory and satisfying.
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Salads: Adds a rich, salty note to salads, particularly those featuring robust greens, olives, and tomatoes.
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Tapas: Ideal for traditional Spanish tapas, served with bread, olives, and Manchego cheese.
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Sauces: Can be dissolved in sauces, dressings, and marinades to impart a rich, savory depth of flavor.
Pairings Pairs exceptionally well with Mediterranean ingredients such as olives, capers, garlic, and tomatoes. Complements well with robust cheeses, fresh herbs, and citrus. Ideal for pairing with a crisp white wine or a light red such as Pinot Noir.
Packaging Available in 750 g vacuum-sealed tins, ensuring freshness and convenience for both home cooks and professional chefs. The packaging maintains the quality and flavor of the salted anchovies.
Storage Instructions Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep the anchovies in an airtight container, refrigerated, to maintain their freshness and flavor.
Purchase Options Available for individual purchase or bulk orders, catering to gourmet markets, high-end restaurants, and culinary professionals seeking high-quality salted anchovies.
