The Probert Encyclopaedia of Nature

ANCHOVY

The anchovy is a small fish (Engraulis encrasicholus) of the herring family. It is fished extensively, being abundant in the Mediterranean, and is also found on the Atlantic coast of Europe and in the Black Sea. It grows to 20 centimetres. Pungently flavoured, it is processed into fish pastes and essences, and used as a garnish, rather than eaten fresh.
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