Making it vegetarian? What would I sub for the anchovies?

I don't want to miss out on this recipe - it sounds amazing on top of simple! The description mentions the possibility of making this vegetarian. I am thinking dried porcinis or shitakes to replace the anchovies? Not sure about quantity though...

Mary
  • Posted by: Mary
  • February 13, 2020
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Jammy Tomato-Anchovy Sauce From Phyllis Grant
Recipe question for: Jammy Tomato-Anchovy Sauce From Phyllis Grant

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Mun M.
Mun M. February 14, 2020
Try popping some capers, I love it.
 
HalfPint
HalfPint February 13, 2020
Try some capers or cured olives for the anchovies.
 
Nancy
Nancy February 13, 2020
Mary - if you want the jammy texture, just omit the anchovies.
If you want the Umami taste, go for something vegetable and fermented or salted.
Both will, yes, taste slightly different from the original.
 
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