Dried White Anchovy (Common Anchovy)
Cá cơm khô luộc, 멸치 (Myeolchi), 干江鱼, Dried Dilis
boiled, salt 3-5%, moisture 30%
Size: 2/3, 3/5, 5/7 cm/pc
Latin Name: Stolephorus commersonnii
Dried White Anchovy (Common Anchovy), known scientifically as Stolephorus commersonnii, is a widely used ingredient in various cuisines around the world, supplied wholesale from Vietnam by Baseafood. With different names across cultures — Cá cơm khô luộc in Vietnamese, 멸치 (Myeolchi) in Korean, 干江鱼 in Chinese, Niboshi (煮干し) / Iriko in Japanese, and Dried Dilis in Filipino — this dried seafood is celebrated for its rich flavor and nutritional benefits.
Dried Anchovy is typically prepared by either boiling it in salted water or simply salting and drying it naturally under the sun. This method preserves the anchovy's unique flavor and extends its shelf life. Traded across many markets, it goes by several names — a useful reference for international sourcing:
| Market | Common name |
|---|---|
| Vietnam | Cá cơm khô luộc |
| Korea | 멸치 (Myeolchi) |
| China | 干江鱼 |
| Japan | Niboshi (煮干し) / Iriko (いりこ) |
| Philippines | Dried Dilis |
| Product | Dried White Anchovy (Common Anchovy) |
| Scientific name | Stolephorus commersonnii |
| Processing | Boiled, salted, naturally dried |
| Salt content | 3–5% |
| Moisture | 30% |
| Sizes | 2/3 cm/pc; 3/5 cm/pc; 5/7 cm/pc |
| Shelf life | 12 months ambient |
| Origin | Vietnam |
Sourced from the pristine waters of the Vietnam ocean, the dried anchovies are processed by Baseafood, a leading seafood exporter in Vietnam. Baseafood's processing facilities are certified with HACCP, BRC, FDA, HALAL, SMETA, ISO and IFS, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety for all dried seafood products.
Baseafood is committed to sustainable fishing practices, ensuring that no illegal, unreported, or unregulated (IUU) catching occurs. All dried seafood products are fully traceable from catch to delivery, providing transparency and trust throughout the supply chain — an important vetting factor for buyers sourcing from Vietnam.
Dried Anchovy is not only flavorful but also packed with essential nutrients. It is rich in protein, calcium, iron and omega-3 fatty acids, while being low in calories and fat. Its high protein content supports muscle repair and growth, while omega-3 fatty acids contribute to cardiovascular health.
Dried anchovies, known as 멸치 (Myeolchi), are essential for making broth, called 멸치육수 (myeolchi yuksu). They are also used in side dishes like 멸치볶음 (myeolchi bokkeum), a stir-fried anchovy dish that adds a savory kick to meals.
Dried anchovies are a key ingredient in many Vietnamese soups and stir-fries, providing depth of flavor and nutritional benefits.
In China, dried anchovies (干江鱼) are used in soups and stir-fries, valued for their intense umami flavor and ability to enhance various dishes.
Known as Niboshi (煮干し) or Iriko, dried anchovies are a cornerstone of Japanese cooking — most notably for making niboshi dashi, the savory stock base for miso soup and noodle dishes. They are also enjoyed as a calcium-rich snack.
In the Philippines, dried anchovies, or Dried Dilis, are used in soups and as snacks, adding a delightful crunch and salty flavor to dishes.
Dried anchovy is a versatile and nutritious dried seafood product with a rich history of use in various global cuisines. As a dried white anchovy / dilis supplier and exporter in Vietnam, Baseafood combines full IUU-free traceability with HACCP, BRC, FDA, HALAL, SMETA, ISO and IFS certification. Related items include our Dried Milk Anchovy (Dilis), Dried Gray Anchovy, and the full Dried Seafood range.
We offer competitive pricing and flexible payment terms to meet your needs. Our efficient logistics ensure timely delivery, and we handle import documents with great care. The shelf life of dried anchovy is 12 months at ambient conditions, making it a convenient and long-lasting addition to your pantry.
Dried White Anchovy (Stolephorus commersonnii) is called Ca com kho luoc in Vietnam, Myeolchi in Korea, Niboshi or Iriko in Japan, and Dried Dilis in the Philippines.
The product is boiled and salted at 3-5% salt with 30% moisture, in sizes of 2/3, 3/5 and 5/7 cm per piece.
Yes, both use Stolephorus commersonnii. Dried White Anchovy and Dried Milk Anchovy represent different size grades and processing of the same species — contact us for guidance on which grade suits your application.
Yes. Baseafood ensures no illegal, unreported or unregulated (IUU) catching, with full traceability from catch to delivery.
Contact Baseafood with your target market, size and volume for pricing, samples and export documentation.
For quotations or samples of Dried White Anchovy (Common Anchovy), please contact:
Ms. Nguyen
Email: nguyen.thao@baseafood.net
WhatsApp: +84 702 520 288