Callipo Anchovy Fillets with Spicy Chili Pepper are premium Italian anchovies hand-trimmed and preserved in extra virgin olive oil with chili pepper, produced by Callipo, a historic seafood company founded in 1913 in Pizzo, Calabria. Calabria is known for both its tuna fishing traditions and its love for spicy chili peppers, making this a very regional and traditional flavor combination.
These wild-caught anchovies are cleaned and filleted by hand in Italy, then carefully packed in extra virgin olive oil to preserve their texture, flavor, and traditional character. The addition of chili pepper adds a gentle heat that enhances the natural savory, salty, umami flavor of the anchovies without overpowering them.
Anchovies preserved in olive oil are a staple in Italian and Mediterranean cooking and are used both as a finishing ingredient and as a flavor base in many dishes.
These anchovy fillets are especially well suited for:
• Crostini or toast with butter
• Pizza toppings
• Pasta sauces
• Caesar salad
• Tapas and antipasti
• Adding to sauces for depth of flavor
• Serving with roasted vegetables
• Cheese and charcuterie boards
Savory, rich, and slightly spicy, these anchovy fillets are a classic Italian pantry ingredient that adds deep Mediterranean flavor to simple dishes and appetizers.