Healthy Food Database

Anchovies
"Salty and hairy" is what they're usually called. These little fish, approx 3cm long, should be used to flavour a meal only.
Category: Seafood - Finfish
In Season: all year
To Buy:
Usually bought in cans or jars packed in olive oil or spring water.
To Store:
Store in a cool dark cupboard - and check the expiry date.
Tips & Tricks:
Drain any excess olive oil on absorbent paper before using. Five anchovies is approximately one serve. Any more than this at one sitting and the high sodium levels would outweigh any other benefits.
Cooking Tips:
Use as a condiment and add tiny pieces to add piquancy to your dishes. Delicious with tomato.

Nutrition per Per serve:

Weight (grams):
20
Carbohydrates, g:
0.0
Fat (g):
1.8
Monosaturated Fat , g:
0.7
Amines:
Very High
Glutamates:
n/a
Energy (kJ):
152
Protein (g):
5.1
Saturated Fat, g :
0.4
Sodium:
Salicylates:
Very low

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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