Best 5 Fried Fresh Smelts Recipes

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Fried fresh smelts are a delightful delicacy, enjoyed by many around the world. With their crispy outer coating and tender, flaky flesh, these small fish are a true culinary delight. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, preparing fried fresh smelts is a relatively simple process that yields delicious results. In this article, we'll delve into the world of fried smelts, exploring the techniques and ingredients needed to create this delectable dish. We'll provide step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and variations to suit your taste preferences. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the best ways to cook fried fresh smelts!

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CRISP FRIED SMELT - SMELTS



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I remember making these as a young girl during lent. The last time before today was for my FIL who is gone now for 22 years. He enjoyed them so. These small fish are very addictive. This simple recipe is easy quick and only 4 ingredients. Smelt is the name of a family of silvery fishes found in cool waters. Most measure less than 8 inches (20 centimeters) long. Smelts have a small, fleshy fin behind the dorsal fin on the back like trout and salmon. This is very inexpensive, making it great for those on a tight budget.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     High Protein

Time 12m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 lb fish fillet, of Smelts which is the name of a family of silvery fishes found in cool waters of the Northern Hemis
2/3-1 cup flour
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
oil or Crisco (for frying)

Steps:

  • Place flour in gallon or quart size storage bag add fish shake to coat.
  • Mix egg and milk together and dip fish to coat. Then reflour the fish.
  • In a large hot pan add frying oil or Crisco to cover bottom of pan, heat oil then place fish in till browned on one side flip and brown. About 2 minutes.
  • Remove to paper towel or brown paper to drain oil season generously with salt and pepper and garnish if desired with lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.2, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 157.5, Sodium 132.2, Carbohydrate 32.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 33.8

FRIED FRESH SMELTS



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This is a dish I remember from my childhood, and it comes to mind every time I see fresh smelts available at the grocery. Serve with mashed potatoes for a traditional Swedish meal, or french fries for a more modern meal. This dish can also be made with small herring or sardines. Posted for ZWT6.

Provided by IngridH

Categories     Swedish

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 1/4 lbs smelt (fresh)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Clean fish, and remove the heads.
  • Rinse fish well, and drain.
  • Salt the fish, lightly coat in the breadcrumbs, then fry in the butter until golden brown on both sides.
  • Serve immediately.

PAN-FRIED SMELTS



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 21m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds smelts, approximately 12 (6 to 8-inch long) gutted with fins removed
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
Peanut oil

Steps:

  • Rinse the smelts thoroughly and pat dry. Place the bread crumbs, salt and pepper into a large resealable bag and shake to combine. Place the lemon juice into a shallow dish. Dip the smelts into the juice and then place in the bag with the dry mixture and shake until the fish are well coated. You can coat 2 to 3 fish at a time, depending on their size.
  • Place enough peanut oil into a 12-inch cast iron skillet just to cover the bottom of the pan. Place over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the smelts to the pan, 4 to 5 at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side until lightly browned and cooked through.

FRIED SMELTS



Fried Smelts image

My Newfie grandmother's smelt recipe. They're like little fishy french fries!

Provided by Aredendra

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 20m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons salt
¾ pound cleaned smelt
1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour and salt in a pie plate. Dredge smelt in flour mixture, coating both the outside and cavity of the fish.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan 1/4-inch deep over medium heat until hot. Place fish in the hot oil; fry until crisp and firm, 2 to 3 minutes each side. Remove fish with a slotted spoon; drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 90.6 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 4845.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

SHEET-PAN KIMCHI FRIED RICE



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Kimchi fried rice doesn't need a weeknight makeover - it's already so easy. But this oven method maximizes the surface area of the dish by using a sheet pan, increasing the potential for that coveted nurungji, or scorched rice. By baking this dish, you can start with fresh rice (no need for day-old), as the dry oven heat draws out the moisture from the moist grains and turns them crispy-chewy, plus the only active cooking required here is stirring together the ingredients. The oven handles the rest, which means no actual stir-frying. Eggs cracked on top, gently baked to silky perfection, are a necessary finish, as the runny yolks sauce the gochugaru-stained rice.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     dinner, grains and rice, main course, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked medium-grain white rice
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
1/4 cup gochujang
1/4 cup napa cabbage kimchi juice, plus 16 ounces kimchi, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
Salt
1 large onion, cut into medium dice
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
20 grams gim (often labeled as roasted seaweed), crushed
6 large eggs

Steps:

  • Place the rice in a sieve and rinse it under cold running water, shaking constantly, just a few seconds. Add the rinsed rice and 2 cups cold water to a rice cooker or medium pot and soak for 10 minutes. If using a rice cooker, turn it on and cook rice until soft and fluffy. If using a pot, bring the water to a simmer over high heat, then reduce the heat to very low, cover and continue simmering, without peeking, for 20 minutes; remove the pot from the heat and let the rice finish steaming, still covered, until the grains are soft, distended and a little shiny, about 10 minutes. Uncover your cooked rice, fluff with a fork and set aside.
  • Position a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 425 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, gochujang, kimchi juice, soy sauce and sugar. Season generously with salt, then stir in the chopped kimchi and onion. Add the cooked rice, butter and seaweed and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt.
  • Transfer the rice mixture to a large rimmed sheet pan and spread out loosely. Bake until the top of the rice is crispy and chewy but not burned, 25 to 30 minutes, opening the oven door halfway through (to check on it, but also to let excess moisture out during the cooking).
  • Remove the pan from the oven. Using a spoon, create 6 shallow depressions in the rice. Crack the eggs into the depressions and place the pan back in the oven until the egg whites have just set, 3 to 6 minutes. Serve immediately, while the eggs are still runny.

Tips:

  • Select fresh smelts with bright, clear eyes and firm flesh.
  • Rinse the smelts thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels before cooking.
  • Season the smelts with salt and pepper, or your favorite seasonings.
  • Dredge the smelts in flour before frying to help them crisp up.
  • Fry the smelts in hot oil until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the smelts immediately with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Fried fresh smelts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their crispy skin and tender flesh, smelts are a great addition to any meal. Whether you are serving them as an appetizer, main course, or snack, fried smelts are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give fried smelts a try. You won't be disappointed!

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