Premium Wild-Caught Sardelle (Anchovies, Engraulis encrasicolus) – Strong, Salty Flavor & Intense Umami – 10g to 50g – Sustainable Seafood – Wildfischfang

Indulge in the Bold Taste of Wild-Caught Sardelle!

Experience the strong, salty, and intense umami of wild-caught Sardelle (Anchovies, Engraulis encrasicolus), known for its tender meat and aromatic flavor. Whether you enjoy it fresh, marinated in lemon, pickled, or on pizza, Anchovies bring an extra layer of flavor to your dishes. Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, Sardelle is a healthy choice that’s perfect for those looking for a heart-healthy and nutrient-dense seafood option.

Key Features, Highlights & Product Specifications:

✅ Happen: Fresh, wild-caught Sardelle (Anchovies, Engraulis encrasicolus), sourced from sustainable fisheries in the Mediterranean and the Eastern Atlantic.

✅ Fang: Wild-caught using purse seine nets or gillnets, primarily along the coasts of Italy, Spain, Greece, and North Africa.

✅ Wild Catch: 100% wild-caught Sardelle, offering a strong, salty flavor with an intense umami taste, especially when pickled or salted.

✅ Taste: Strong, salty, and spicy with a delightful intense umami flavor. When fresh, it has a milder, slightly nutty taste.

✅ Meat: Tender, light meat with a high fat content, making it very aromatic and flavorful.

✅ Preparation: Best served raw, marinated in lemon, fried, pickled, or on pizza. It’s also the base for many classic Mediterranean sauces and seasonings such as fish sauce or anchovy paste.

✅ Health: Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, protein, iodine, vitamin D, and B12. Due to their small size, they have low heavy metal contamination, making them a healthy addition to your diet.

✅ Size & Weight: Typically 10–20 cm long and weighing between 10g to 50g.

✅ Popularity: Very popular in Southern Europe, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Greece. In Switzerland, it’s especially appreciated in processed forms like canned or jarred anchovies.

✅ Special Features: Anchovies are a key ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, serving as the base for many classic sauces and seasonings such as fish sauce and anchovy paste.

✅ Price: CHF 15.– to CHF 28.– per kg for fresh Sardelle, and CHF 20.– to CHF 40.– per kg for pickled Sardelle.

✅ Wild Caught: Exclusively wild-caught Sardelle, ensuring the highest quality and natural flavor.

✅ Sustainability: Anchovy stocks are considered stable in many regions, but overfishing in some areas poses risks. Sustainable fishing methods are crucial for the long-term health of the species.

✅ Foundability: Available exclusively at Wildfischfang, your trusted source for premium wild-caught seafood.

✅ Fishing Methods: Caught using eco-friendly methods like purse seine nets and gillnets. Responsible fishing practices ensure a minimal environmental impact.

✅ Countries of Origin: Found in the Mediterranean Sea and the Eastern Atlantic, with large shoals in coastal waters.

✅ Popular Preparation Methods: Ideal for frying, grilling, pickling, or adding to Mediterranean dishes like pizza. Often marinated in lemon or salted to enhance its flavor.

✅ Delicacy Status: A Mediterranean classic, Anchovies are highly valued for their bold flavor and use in Mediterranean cuisine.