Agostino Recca Salt-Packed Anchovies – Italian Acciughe Sotto Sale, 800g

Agostino Recca Salt-Packed Anchovies – Traditional Italian Acciughe Sotto Sale

Discover the bold, savory flavor of Agostino Recca Salt-Packed Anchovies, a traditional Italian specialty known as Acciughe Sotto Sale.

Prepared using the time-honored method of preserving anchovies in salt, these anchovies develop a concentrated, deeply savory flavor that makes them an essential ingredient in authentic Italian and Mediterranean cooking.

Unlike ready-to-use anchovy fillets packed in olive oil, salt-packed anchovies are traditionally cleaned and desalted before use, allowing you to prepare them according to your favorite recipes.

From classic pasta sauces to traditional antipasti, these anchovies add depth, richness, and unmistakable Mediterranean character to countless dishes.

Why You'll Love Them

• Traditional Italian Specialty: Anchovies preserved in salt using a classic Mediterranean method.
• Rich, Savory Flavor: A concentrated taste that adds depth and umami to recipes.
• Authentic Italian Cooking Ingredient: Perfect for traditional regional dishes and homemade sauces.
• Versatile: Excellent for pasta, pizza, vegetables, dressings, and antipasti.
• Generous 800g Size: Ideal for passionate home cooks and frequent use in Italian recipes.

Serving Suggestions

Use these anchovies to prepare some of Italy's most beloved dishes:

• Spaghetti alla Puttanesca: Combine with tomatoes, olives, capers, and garlic.
• Bagna Càuda: Create the traditional Piedmontese warm dip with anchovies, garlic, and olive oil.
• Pasta with Garlic and Anchovies: Gently dissolve cleaned anchovies in olive oil with garlic and chili flakes.
• Salsa Verde: Add depth to an Italian parsley and caper sauce.
• Pizza and Focaccia: Use prepared anchovy fillets for a bold, savory topping.

How to Prepare Salt-Packed Anchovies

Before using, remove the desired number of anchovies from the salt. Gently brush or rinse away the excess salt, remove the backbone and any remaining bones, and separate into fillets.

If needed, briefly soak the fillets in water to reduce their saltiness, then pat dry before using.

Once cleaned, the anchovies can be used in cooked dishes or dressed with extra virgin olive oil for traditional Italian preparations.

Product Details

• Brand: Agostino Recca
• Product: Salt-Packed Anchovies (Acciughe Sotto Sale)
• Preservation Method: Salt
• Net Weight: 800g (28.2 oz)
• Italian Specialty: Traditional Mediterranean seafood preserve

Please Note: These are salt-packed anchovies, not boneless anchovy fillets in olive oil. Cleaning and desalting may be required before serving.