Boquerones White Anchovies, Kiele, 150g

Kiele Boquerones White Anchovies are 150g of boquerones from Kiele — fresh anchovies marinated in vinegar and olive oil for a white anchovy of clean acidity and remarkable tenderness. Kiele boquerones white anchovies are the definitive tapas ingredient. As a result, boquerones cured in vinegar have a completely different character to salted anchovies — mild, fresh and with a pleasant lactic tang. Furthermore, Kiele produces boquerones of consistently high quality from the finest Cantabrian anchovies. In particular, this 150g portion provides enough for a tapas plate for four.

About Kiele Boquerones White Anchovies

These products come from specialist producers along the Cantabrian and Atlantic coasts — a region with centuries of tradition in preserving the finest fish. In particular, the anchovies, sardines and tuna from this coast are among the most sought-after preserved fish in the world. As a result, a good Cantabrian anchovy or ventresca tuna bears no resemblance to the mass-produced supermarket alternatives. Furthermore, the Spanish tradition of preserving fish in olive oil produces genuine depth that improves the simplest preparations most dramatically. However, quality varies enormously even within the premium category — the producer, the fish and the oil all matter. In particular, mojama — air-dried tuna — is one of the most extraordinary preserved fish products, approaching aged charcuterie in flavour intensity. Additionally, boquerones — white anchovies marinated in vinegar and oil — are entirely different from salted anchovies. That breadth of tradition and craft defines every product in this range. That is why this product from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Kiele Boquerones White Anchovies From Us

Using quality anchovies well rewards understanding their role in a dish. In contrast to a condiment, a great anchovy suits serving as the centrepiece of the plate. As a result, the finest anchovies need only good bread, butter and lemon to become the most elegant of starters. Furthermore, anchovies dissolved in olive oil or butter during cooking create a depth of flavour that no other ingredient replicates. However, the intensity of a salted anchovy means a little goes a long way. Start with half what you think you need. In particular, anchovies on pizza, pasta or meat braises create an umami backbone the diner never identifies as anchovy. Moreover, boquerones — white anchovies — suit direct eating as tapas rather than cooking applications. Additionally, store opened tins covered in olive oil in the fridge for up to a week. That versatility — direct eating or cooking catalyst — makes a great anchovy one of the most useful kitchen ingredients.

How to Use Kiele Boquerones White Anchovies

To get the very best from it:

• Serve directly as tapas with good bread, olive oil and a few olives.
• Arrange over a simple tomato salad with olive oil as a classic Spanish ensalada de boquerones.
• Furthermore, use as a pizza topping where the mild acidity of the vinegar-cured anchovy suits lighter preparations.
• Additionally, serve as part of a pintxos spread on sliced bread with piquillo peppers.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

• Good olive oil, sliced tomatoes and a little flat-leaf parsley alongside
• Piquillo peppers, olives and good bread for a pintxos spread
• A glass of cold Txakoli, Albarino or a crisp Cava alongside
• Capers, lemon and a drizzle of the finest olive oil as simple condiments

Storage: Keep refrigerated at all times. Furthermore, once opened, consume within 3 to 5 days for the finest flavour. However, boquerones can be frozen if the full quantity will not be used in time. Best served at cool room temperature rather than directly from the fridge.

However you use it, Kiele Boquerones White Anchovies brings a depth and character that only the finest preserved and cured fish can deliver. Moreover, the best tinned and cured fish always rewards the simplest possible preparation and the finest accompaniments.