Anchovies

Scientific Name :

Engraulis Encrasicolus

Medicinal Value :

Reduces risk of heart disease and cancer, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, lessens menstrual pain and decreases rheumatoid arthritis.

Nutrient Value :

This food is a good source of Calcium, Iron and Phosphorus, and a very good source of Protein, Niacin and Selenium. Anchovies also contain the highest concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids.

Culinery and Other Values :

Anchovies are used in various appetizers, sauces and dishes.

Glossary :

• English : Anchovies
• Tamil : Nethili
• Malayalam : Netholi/Kozhuva
• Telugu : Nethallu/Poravallu
• Kannada : Bolingei Kollathuru
• Hindi : Kati
• Marathi : Kati

Recipes with Anchovies:

1) Anchovies-Netholi Thoran(Meen Pattichathu)

2) Anchovies-Natholi Fry

3) Anchovies-Kozhuva Stir Fry

4) Dried Anchovies Sambal

5) Spicy Fresh Anchovy Curry