Dried anchovies with charred peppers sauce
Dried anchovies with charred peppers sauce is for those who chose to dare in the kitchen. dried anchovies are common in Africa and have a long shelf life since they are dried. In Congo, dried anchovies also called Ndakala are usually eaten with fufu or chikwanga. They are full of proteins and light.
What is a charred sauce?
A charred sauce is a simple yet flavorful sauce made by charring onions, peppers and tomatoes on a hot pan before adding the rest of ingredients. Charred sauce has a distinctive taste and gives a smooth and sweet flavor to the dish. Charred vegetables are healthier than the raw versions and also give a great taste to the dishes. Guajillo peppers, chile ancho peppers, onions, garlic and tomatoes are used to give the sauce its red color. This is the magic of applying heat to foods- it gives a caramelized taste to foods. I have added cilantro to bring some freshness to the sauce.
Description
In Congo, dried anchovies also called Ndakala are usually eaten with fufu or chikwanga. They are full of proteins and light.
Ingredients
2 cups of dried anchovies
2 dried chile ancho peppers
2 dried guajillo peppers
2 medium size tomatoes
Instructions
Soak anchovies in boiled water for 30 min.
Rinse them with cold water at least three times.
Put them in a pan with a little bit of water.
Turn on the stove to medium high heat and start cooking the anchovies.
Add the salt and stir for 3 min. Read More…
