Marinated white anchovies bear little resemblance to the pungent salted brown ones packed in oil. They're plump, vinegary, tender, and addictive when paired with the crisp frisée and chewy bread in this sandwich.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 small head of frisée, coarsely torn (about 2 cups)
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 ciabatta rolls, split
2 ounces marinated white anchovy fillets (about 16)
Ingredient info: Marinated white anchovies, also called boquerones, are available at specialty foods stores and online sources.
Preparation
Step 1
Whisk mayonnaise, lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a small bowl. Season lemon mayonnaise with salt and pepper and set aside.
Step 2
Toss frisée with oil and remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Spread lemon mayonnaise on cut sides of rolls. Build sandwiches with rolls, white anchovies, and frisée mixture.
