Easy Russian Pan Fried Fresh Smelt Recipe

Serves/Makes: 4

Ingredients:

• 16 fresh smelt, cleaned
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3 tablespoons cooking oil

How to cook Easy Russian Pan Fried Fresh Smelt:

• Rinse cleaned smelt in cold water, pat dry. Season smelt with salt, pepper.
• Mix cornmeal and flour together. Roll smelt in mixture.
• Heat the butter and cooking oil in skillet and fry smelts 2 or more at a time, about 3 minutes each side.

Notes:
The Easy Russian Pan Fried Fresh Smelt is a very affordable dish. Delicious, simple, and easy recipe.

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 Easy Russian Pan Fried Fresh Smelt serves/makes: 4

Main Ingredient: Smelt
Preparation Method: Pan Fried/Sauteed
Cuisine: Russian