Crown Prince Anchovy Paste, 1.75 oz. (Case of 12)

Crown Prince Anchovy Paste — Case of 12 (1.75 oz each)

Anchovy paste is the most concentrated form of one of nature's most powerful umami ingredients. Anchovies are exceptionally high in glutamic acid — the amino acid responsible for the umami taste sensation via TAS1R1/TAS1R3 glutamate receptors — and inosinic acid (IMP), a nucleotide that synergistically amplifies glutamate's umami signal by approximately 8-fold when present together. This glutamate/IMP synergy is why a small amount of anchovy paste adds profound savory depth without tasting fishy: the compounds integrate into and amplify the glutamate-rich flavors in tomatoes, cheese, meat, and vegetables rather than competing with them. The salt-curing and fermentation process that produces anchovy paste also concentrates omega-3 fatty acids — anchovies are one of the most omega-3-dense foods per calorie, providing EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) alongside the flavor compounds. Crown Prince sources premium anchovies, processes them into a smooth, stable paste, and packages them in convenient squeeze tubes. Case of 12 × 1.75 oz tubes.

Key Benefits & Uses

• Glutamate/IMP Umami Synergy: Anchovies are rich in both free glutamic acid and inosinic acid (IMP) — together, these compounds synergistically amplify umami perception ~8× vs. glutamate alone; the mechanism behind anchovy paste's transformative flavor impact
• Omega-3 Dense: Anchovies are among the highest omega-3 sources per calorie — EPA and DHA concentrated in a small-format ingredient
• Seamlessly Invisible Flavor: Paste dissolves completely into sauces, dressings, and braises — enriches the dish without a detectable fish flavor at appropriate quantities
• Professional Kitchen Staple: Used in authentic Caesar dressing, Puttanesca, braised lamb/beef, garlic butter, bagna cauda, tapenade, compound butters, and vinaigrettes
• Convenient Squeeze Tubes: Measure by eye, cap and refrigerate — practical compared to opening tins; long shelf life
• Case of 12 × 1.75 oz Tubes | Premium Quality from Crown Prince

Usage Tips

Start with ½ teaspoon and adjust to taste. Add early — sauté paste in olive oil or butter before other ingredients for maximum Maillard development. Paste dissolves instantly when heated. Refrigerate after opening; use within 1–2 months for peak flavor. Pairs best with tomato, garlic, Parmesan, rosemary, and lemon.

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