Anchovies steamed in fig leaves
Anchovies cooked in a stew with figs, onions, tomatoes, parsley, and thyme: a flavorful and simple Turkish dish.
This Turkish recipe involves simmering anchovies in a bed of fig leaves, which impart a delicate aroma. Onions, tomatoes, and parsley add flavor to create a simple yet delicious fish dish.
Ingredients and directions
- Prep time30 min
- Cook time30 min
- Total1 hr
- DifficultyMedium
- CostPricey
- Cooking methodstewed
- Estimated cost$29.49 $7.37 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 14, 2026.
- Gluten-free
- Low lactose
Ingredients
people
- $0.41
- $26.78
- $1.68
- $0.35
- $0.27
Prices from US supermarkets for 3 of 5 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.
Directions
- Arrange the fig leaves in a large saucepan, leaving some of the leaves extending over the edges. ≈ 3 min
- Slice 1 onion and arrange it in the bottom of the pan. ≈ 8 min
- Spread half of the anchovies (without bones) over the onions. ≈ 4 min
- Peel the tomato and remove the seeds, then chop it into small pieces. ≈ 8 min
- Dice the second onion, rub it with salt, and mix it with the tomatoes in a bowl. ≈ 8 min
- Add the finely chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and thyme, then mix well. ≈ 4 min
- Spread this mixture over the anchovies, then cover with the remaining anchovies. ≈ 4 min
- Water with olive oil. ≈ 3 min
- Fold the fig leaves inwards to completely cover the fish. ≈ 3 min
- Pour into a saucepan half a glass of water and let it simmer over low heat. Serve.
The bill
Anchovies steamed in fig leaves
- 2 onions$0.41
- 1 kilogram of anchovies$26.78
- 1 tomato$1.68
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil$0.35
- salt, black pepper, and thyme$0.27
Total$29.49
that's $7.37 per person
Estimated price; varies by store.
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