Hamsi Tava
Turkish

Hamsi Tava

Crispy fried anchovies coated in cornmeal, a Black Sea classic served with a squeeze of lemon.

Easy25 min

Where it comes from

Hamsi Tava is emblematic of the Black Sea region, where the abundant hamsi (anchovy) is a dietary staple and cultural icon.

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Clean and debone anchovies.

  2. 2

    Coat with cornmeal and sea salt.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a pan.

  4. 4

    Fry anchovies until golden and crispy.

  5. 5

    Serve with lemon wedges.

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