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Fried Smelts Recipe

Simple and delicious fried smelts, perfect for a quick meal.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb smelts cleaned
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  2. 2. Mix the flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  3. 3. Dredge the smelts in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  4. 4. Fry the smelts in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. 5. Remove the smelts and drain on paper towels.
  6. 6. Serve hot with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Fried Smelts, Seafood
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