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European anchovy

European anchovy is a small marine fish sold fresh or frozen, or preserved by salting or packing in oil for intensely savoury seasoning.

European anchovy — illustrative ingredient image

About European anchovy

The European anchovy is a small, slender marine fish with a silvery appearance and a distinctive flavour. It is sold whole and fresh or frozen, as well as in preserved forms such as salted or oil-packed fish. Preservation changes its saltiness, moisture and texture, so those forms are not interchangeable descriptions of the fresh fish.

Fresh anchovy can be cooked whole or prepared as fillets; preserved anchovy is commonly used in small amounts to add a savoury, fish-forward taste to sauces, dressings and other cooking. Its flesh is soft and delicate, while salting or curing makes it firmer and much more intensely flavoured. The exact taste and texture depend on freshness and processing.

Ingredient type
whole food

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anchois européen

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European anchovy nutrition & diet

European anchovy nutritional value

Fish, anchovy, european, raw

Per 100 g of the edible portion in the recorded USDA food form.

Calories
131kcal
Protein
20.4g
Carbs
0.0g
Fat
4.8g

Reference values for the displayed USDA form. Varieties, brands and preparation can differ.

Fresh, salted, cured and oil-packed anchovies differ in water, salt and added-oil content; compare like forms and account for any packing medium.

Dietary compatibility

  • Vegan
    Not established
  • Vegetarian
    Not established
  • Pescatarian
    Not established
  • Keto
    Not established
  • Paleo
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  • Low-carb
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  • Halal
    Not established
  • Kosher
    Not established
What these diet assessments mean
Vegan · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Vegetarian · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Pescatarian · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Keto · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Paleo · Not established
The ingredient form and processing have not been assessed against this dietary pattern.
Low-carb · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Halal · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish halal status.
Kosher · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish kosher status.

For the plain ingredient · Awaiting review. Diet compatibility is not allergy suitability or halal/kosher certification. Keto and low-carb depend on the portion.

Reviewed ingredient entryIngredient reference · Preparations vary

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Nutrition reference: USDA FoodData Central — Fish, anchovy, european, raw ↗. Values are scaled from 100 g of the recorded edible form. Individual portions have no assumed fixed weight.

Expanded overview, name examples and nutrition notes are database drafts awaiting editorial review. Numeric nutrition values, where shown, have their own source and food-form reference.

The ingredient description and dish connections come from the draft catalogue and may change after review.

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