Crispy Spicy Anchovy (Malay Style)

Ingredients:

4-5 shallots ~ slice thinly

20-25 dried chilies ~ cut halves

500g dried anchovies ~ wash, pat dry

1-2 tbsp sugar

1/2 tsp white pepper powder

1 cup cooking oil.

A little salt

Directions/Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat cooking oil over medium and add sliced shallots. Fry the shallots until golden brown. Remove and drain on a kitchen paper towel. Set aside.
2. Next, fry the dried chilies till they turn dark red.  Remove and drain.  Set aside.
3. Add the anchovies and fry on low heat using the same cooking oil until golden brown or crispy. Remove and drain to remove excess oil. Set aside.
4. Add fried chilies, 1-2 tbsp fried anchovies, sugar, white pepper, and salt. Blend the ingredients in a food processor until they are ground.
5. Add the fried anchovies, ground ingredients, and fried shallots in a large bowl.  Mix it evenly.  Store in an air-tight container.