Ingredients for - Fried Smelt

1. All-purpose flour 1 cup
2. Salt 2 tablespoons
3. Cleaned smelt ¾ pound
4. Vegetable oil for frying, or as needed 1 cup

How to cook deliciously - Fried Smelt

1 . Stage

Whisk flour and salt together in a pie pan. Dredge smelt in flour mixture until well coated on the outsides and in the cavities.

2 . Stage

Heat 1/4 inch oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Working in batches, fry smelt in hot oil until crisp and firm, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.