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ANCHOVY BUTTER TOAST WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS

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ANCHOVY BUTTER TOAST WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS

ANCHOVY BUTTER TOAST WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS

An intriguing and flavorful combination featuring creamy anchovy butter spread on grilled bread, topped with smoky roasted red peppers seasoned with fennel seeds. Perfect for a quick appetizer or snack.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 15 min

🍳 Cook Time: 5 min
🍰 Servings: 10 pieces

Ingredients

  • 70 g unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 tsp anchovy paste
  • 2 red bell peppers
  • β…› tsp ground fennel seeds
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Whole wheat bread or baguette slices

Instructions

  1. Roast the red peppers until charred, then peel and seed them. Slice into thin strips.
  2. Season pepper strips with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and ground fennel seeds. Mix and set aside until needed.
  3. In a bowl, beat butter and anchovy paste together until smooth and uniformly colored.
  4. Toast bread slices on a hot grill pan for about 1 minute per side until grill marks appear.
  5. Spread the anchovy butter generously over the warm or cooled toast slices.
  6. Top each slice with roasted red pepper strips. Serve immediately and enjoy!

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Use fresh roasted peppers for the best smoky flavor.
  • Adjust anchovy paste quantity to your taste preference.
  • Serve alongside fresh salads or as part of a tapas platter.

πŸŽ‰ Perfect For

  • Quick and savory appetizers
  • Mediterranean-inspired snacks
  • Party finger foods