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Crispy Smelt Bites

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PREP TIME
10 min
COOKING TIME
10 min
TOTAL TIME
20 min
SERVINGS
3 servings
Lunch Dinner French Canadian
Crispy Smelt Bites
Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 3/4 pound cleaned smelt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
Instructions
1
Combine flour and salt in the pie pan, stirring until they form a uniform mixture.
2
Dredge the smelt in this flour-salt mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated on both the exterior and interior surfaces.
3
Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a frying pan over medium heat, allowing it to reach the optimal temperature.
4
Fry the smelt in batches, using a frying technique that yields crispy and firm results, typically taking 2 to 3 minutes per side.
5
Use a slotted spoon to remove the smelt from the hot oil and drain excess oil on a plate lined with paper towels.