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Anchovy
الأنشوفة (al-anshufa) is the Arabic word for anchovy, a small saltwater fish commonly used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. This noun refers to the fish itself, whether fresh or preserved, and is often used in culinary contexts. The word is borrowed from European languages and is primarily used in modern Arabic, particularly in regions with strong fishing or Mediterranean culinary traditions.
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أضفت الأنشوفة إلى السلطة لإضافة نكهة مالحة.
Adaft al-anshufa ila al-salata li-idafat nakhawat malihah.
I added anchovy to the salad to add a salty flavor.
هذا الصلصة مصنوعة من الأنشوفة والثوم والزيت.
Hadha al-silsa masnuah min al-anshufa wal-thawm wal-zayt.
This sauce is made from anchovies, garlic, and oil.
تُستخدم الأنشوفة في الطهي المتوسطي بشكل واسع.
Tustaqdham al-anshufa fi al-tahy al-mutawassit bi-shakl wasi.
Anchovy is widely used in Mediterranean cooking.
اشترينا علبة أنشوفة مملحة من السوق.
Ishtarayna ilbat anshufa mumalliha min al-suq.
We bought a tin of salted anchovies from the market.
الأنشوفة غنية بالبروتين والأحماض الدهنية الصحية.
Al-anshufa ghaniha bil-brotein wal-ahamad al-dahniha al-sahiha.
Anchovy is rich in protein and healthy fatty acids.
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Anchovies hold significant importance in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, where they are often preserved in salt or oil and used as a flavoring ingredient rather than eaten whole. In Arab countries with coastal regions, particularly those along the Mediterranean and Red Sea, anchovies are a traditional food that has been consumed for centuries. The word الأنشوفة reflects the cultural exchange and culinary influence from European Mediterranean countries, where anchovy paste and fillets are staple ingredients.
When learning this word, remember that الأنشوفة is typically used in culinary or fishing contexts. It's commonly found in recipes and food discussions. Note that anchovies in Arab cuisine are often used as an ingredient to enhance flavor rather than served as a main dish, so you'll frequently encounter it in phrases like 'صلصة الأنشوفة' (anchovy sauce) or 'زيت الأنشوفة' (anchovy oil). Always use the definite article 'ال' when referring to the fish as a category.