Fried Smelt

Name: Fried Smelt
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons salt; 0.75 pound cleaned smelt; 1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

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Learn how to cook smelt with my Newfie grandmother's recipe. They're like little fishy French fries!

Recipe by Aredendra

Updated on November 8, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

3

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Ingredients

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

Directions

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

Editor's Note:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the breading ingredients. The actual amount of the breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

440	Calories
19g	Fat
43g	Carbs
22g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 440
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g	24%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Cholesterol 91mg	30%
Sodium 4845mg	211%
Total Carbohydrate 43g	16%
Dietary Fiber 2g	5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 22g
Calcium 102mg	8%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 341mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.