Ortiz anchovies are the gold standard of Cantabrian anchovies, known for their silky texture, deep umami flavour, and delicate balance of salt and sweetness. Each fillet is hand-trimmed and carefully matured to develop its characteristic depth before being laid into tins and covered with mild olive oil. The result is a refined anchovy — savoury but never harsh — that embodies the essence of the Bay of Biscay.
Serving suggestion:
Serve Ortiz anchovies simply on buttered baguette or toast, or drape them over tomato bruschetta or roasted peppers. They also add elegant depth to dressings, pizzas, or pasta sauces.
Wine match:
Pair with a crisp Albariño for a clean, saline harmony, or a dry Australian Riesling whose citrus and mineral notes enhance the anchovy’s brightness.
 
Ingredients: anchovies, olive oil, salt
 
Ortiz
For more than 130 years, Conservas Ortiz has been one of Spain’s most respected names in preserved seafood. Based in the Basque coastal town of Ondarroa, the family-run company continues to work closely with small fishing boats that follow traditional, sustainable methods. Each anchovy is still prepared by hand — cleaned, filleted, and cured in sea salt before being packed in olive oil. Ortiz’s dedication to craftsmanship and respect for the sea have made their tins a benchmark for quality, prized by chefs and home cooks alike for their purity of flavour and exceptional texture.