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Witloof with Anchovies
A classic Belgian dish, Witloof with Anchovies, a crunchy and salty appetizer that is perfect for sharing.
⏱️ 20 min prep + 25 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile
Ingredients
- 4 Witloof radicchio
- 200 grams of anchovies in oil
- 50 grams of butter
- 1 onion
- 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
- 100 grams of grated cheese
Method
- Wash the Witloof radicchio well and slice them thinly.
- In a pan, melt the butter and add the anchovies in oil, let them soften.
- Add the onion and sauté for a few minutes.
- Add the radicchio slices and mix well.
- Season with salt, pepper, and white wine vinegar.
- Cover the pan and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes.
- Add the grated cheese and stir until the cheese melts.
- Serve hot.
The story
Witloof with Anchovies is a culinary tradition dating back to World War I, when anchovies, due to the scarcity of fish, were used to give a salty flavor to the radicchio.
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