Myeolchi bokkeum (Stir-fried Dried Anchovies)

Name: Myeolchi bokkeum (Stir-fried Dried Anchovies)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 3 ounces (1 cup packed) small size myeolchi (멸치, (dried anchovies)); 1 tablespoon cooking oil; 2 green chili peppers (cut into small pieces (optional)); 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice wine (or mirin); 2 teaspoons sugar (or less to taste); 1 tablespoon Oligo syrup or corn syrup (or honey) (Honey is sweeter so use less); 3 plump garlic cloves (or more); 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1/2 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red chili pepper paste); 1 teaspoon gochugaru (optional) (Korean red chili pepper flakes); 1 tablespoon Oligo syrup or corn syrup (or honey) (Use less if using honey); 3 Plump garlic cloves (thinly sliced)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:10min

Myeolchi bokkeum, stir-fried dried anchovies, is a popular side dish (banchan) in Korea. The stir-fried anchovies are sweet, savory, sticky and crunchy! This easy recipe also shows how to make it a bit spicy.

Updated at: Mon, 28 Apr 2025 01:32:04 GMT