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Lemon anchovies

In the traditional gastronomy of Malaga we can find: boquerón malagueño, boquerón ‘vitoriano’ or, as it is commonly spelled, ‘victoriano’. A Malaga blue fish rich in flavor, which owes its name to the time of year when it is fished, around the feast of the Virgin of the Victory, patron saint of Malaga.

Origin

The first records of the term “boquerones vitorianos” date back to the 17th century thanks to the poet from Malaga, Juan de Ovando. Multiple testimonies of poets and writers throughout the 20th century. XIX praise its quality and endorse its Malaga identity.

Peculiarities

The ‘boquerón vitoriano’ is so famous that festivals have even been popularized in its honor. In Rincón de la Victoria, there is a celebration on the second Sunday of September. Celebrating the day of the Victorian Boquerón, as a closing of the summer tourist season and a tribute to the star product of its gastronomy.

Ingredients and recipe

When the anchovies are eaten, it is to carry a lot of hunger. The lemon anchovies can be accompanied by a good salad such as a Caesar salad, a country salad or an exotic tabbouleh.

You will need:

1 kg fresh anchovies

2 lemons

2 cloves garlic

Fresh parsley

Salt to taste

Flour

Sunflower oil or olive oil for frying.

  1. The anchovies must be cleaned first, removing the head, guts and central spine, trying to leave the loins together. Wash and dry on paper towels.
  2. Then, you can add the lemon juice and let them rest for about 30 minutes so that they get the lemon flavor.
  3. After this time, the excess moisture is removed a little with kitchen paper. Then dredge them in flour, remove the excess and put them in a frying pan with plenty of oil, already very hot (175º), and with a medium-high heat. Fry small quantities so that they do not stick together. Fry them on both sides and when they are golden brown (4-5 minutes), remove them and place them on a plate of kitchen paper to remove excess oil.

10 establecimientos donde probar los Boquerones al limón 

Catedral El Pescaíto

Hermanos Alba

Restaurante El Tintero II

La Campana

Restaurante Los Mellizos

Restaurante Los Cuñao

Bodega-Bar El Pimpi

La Farola de Orellana

Restaurante Casa Juan

Freiduría-Pulpería El choco

Casa Kiko

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