Best Garlic And Anchovy Dip With Vegetables Recipes

BAGNA CàUDA (NORTHERN ITALIAN ANCHOVY-GARLIC DIP) RECIPE

Steps:

• Trim garlic cloves; if desired, halve lengthwise and remove germ from center. (Very developed green germs can add a subtle bitterness to the sauce, though our tests with younger garlic showed no noticeable difference between batches made with and without a more beige germ.) Slice garlic.
• In a small saucepan, combine garlic and milk or water, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until garlic is soft, about 10 minutes.
• Drain garlic well. Wipe out saucepan, then return garlic to saucepan and cover with olive oil. Cook over very low heat until garlic is very soft and can easily be smashed with a wooden spoon, about 10 minutes.
• Add anchovies and cook, stirring and smashing, until they have fully dissolved into the sauce. Continue smashing the garlic and anchovies until a thick purée forms. (If desired, you can very quickly purée the bagna càuda with an immersion blender to make an even smoother sauce.)
• Serve hot with raw vegetables and slices of roasted onion (if using).

WARM GARLIC ANCHOVY DIP

Steps:

• In a mortar and pestle or mini-chopper, mash the garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon olive oil into a smooth paste, and transfer to a small bowl. Mash (or chop) the anchovy fillets into a smooth paste. (Alternatively, chop or slice the garlic and anchovy by hand, separately.)
• Put the garlic (crushed, chopped, or sliced) in the saucepan with the butter, and set over medium-low heat or a tabletop heat source. Cook slowly until the garlic is thoroughly softened and melted in the butter. Stir in the anchovies and the remaining olive oil, and heat over a low flame, mashing the anchovies with the back of a spoon until thoroughly disintegrated.
• When the bagna cauda is piping hot, whisk the sauce briefly to blend and emulsify, and serve with cut vegetables alongside (see box on following page).

FLORENTINE DIP

Steps:

• Using a wooden spoon, blend the cream cheese and anchovy paste together in a medium bowl. Add the sour cream, parsley, chives, capers, lemon juice and garlic, season with salt and pepper, then stir until well blended. Place in the refrigerator for several hours to season.
• Spoon the dip into a bowl and serve with sliced vegetables or potato chips, or both.

ANCHOVY DIP

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, bring olive oil, milk, garlic, and anchovy fillets to a simmer over medium; cook until garlic is tender, 8 minutes. Transfer to a food processor and add parsley. Pulse until smooth; season with pepper and lemon juice.

ANCHOVY DIP

Steps:

• Combine all of the ingredients in order given.
• Makes about 1 3/4 cups.
• Tips: Looking for an unusual container for your dip? Try a sea shell, coconut shell, green or red bell pepper case, half grapefruit, or scooped out tomato.
• Dip accompaniments may be selected from assorted crisp crackers and waferettes, corn or potato chips, pretzels, or raw vegetables.

BAGNA CALDA (ITALIAN GARLIC-ANCHOVY-SARDINE APPETIZER)

Steps:

• Place the canola oil in a skillet and heat over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the butter, anchovies, and sardines. Cook and stir until well blended, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve warm.

GARLIC ANCHOVY LINGUINE

Steps:

• Heat 6 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then stir in garlic, broccoli, and mushrooms; cook until lightly browned. Add anchovies and water, cover, and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in green onions, tomatoes, and parsley, cover again, simmering until vegetables are soft, about 3 to 4 minutes.
• While the vegetables are cooking, bring a large pot of water and one teaspoon of olive oil to a boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente, about 7 to 8 minutes; drain. Toss with anchovy mixture and crushed red pepper flakes. If desired, season with black pepper. Serve immediately.

ANCHOVY DIP WITH CRUDITES

Steps:

• Make the dip: Place garlic in a small saucepan and add enough water to cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Drain and repeat process. Meanwhile, prepare an ice-water bath. Drain garlic and transfer to ice-water bath until cooled.
• Drain garlic and transfer to the jar of a blender along with anchovies, milk, vinegar, and salt; blend until smooth. With the machine running, add olive oil; blend until creamy and smooth. Serve with vegetables for dipping.

GARLIC AND ANCHOVY DIP WITH VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Heat first 4 ingredients in heavy medium skillet over low heat until butter melts and mixture simmers, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to flameproof bowl. Place over candle or canned heat burner. Serve with vegetables.