Sweet and Sour Dilis Recipe
A budget-friend and easy traditional Filipino anchovy recipe. A blend of sweet and sour tastes that makes a perfect pair with steamed rice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dilis (dried anchovies)
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 3 tsp sugar
- 2-4 tbsp unsalted butter or you can also use oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 large tomato, sliced
Instructions
- Combine the vinegar and sugar in a mixing glass. Stir and dissolve. Set aside.
- Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter or cooking oil in a medium heat.
- Brown fry the dilis or dried anchovies.
- Remove the dilis from the pan and set aside.
- Wash or use a paper towel to wipe clean the same pan.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the tomatoes and onions. Cook covered for 5 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Then add the dilis back to the pan.
- Add the vinegar and sugar mixture. Mix well. Cover
- Boil for 2-3 minutes. Remove cover, stir well, and done.
- Serve over steamed white rice or vegetables.