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Serves/Makes: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (454 g) smelts
• Vegetable oil
• 1 cup (250 mL) milk
• Flour
• Salt, to taste
• Parsley sprigs
• 2 lemons, quartered

How to cook:

• Into a deep-fryer, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
• Wipe dry smelts; dip smelts into milk, then coat with flour.
• Deep fry smelts into hot oil for 5 to 7 minutes, until golden.
• Drain smelts onto paper toweling.
• Salt smelts.
• Arrange smelts onto a serving plate
• Serve decorated with parsley sprigs, along with lemon segments.

Notes:

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Frying time: 5 - 7 minutes

Tips:

Fresh smelts should be stored refrigerated at 32°F to 40°F (0°C to 4°C), excess liquid drained, packed into airtight containers and eaten within 3 to 4 days, or 1 to 2 days when fried.
Smelts should be frozen at 0°F (-18°C), into airtight food containers, immediately after buying; bought frozen, smelts should be eaten within 4 to 6 months for maximum freshness.

This recipe for Deep Fried Smelts serves/makes: 4

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Main Ingredient: Smelt
Preparation Method: Deep Fried