Pan Fried Smelt Recipe

Name: Pan Fried Smelt Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American, Southern
Ingredients: 3/4 pound smelt (cleaned (about 16 smelt)); 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (approximately); 3 tablespoons cornmeal; 1 teaspoon salt (plus more for sprinkling over cooked smelts if desired); 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 4 to 5 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil (for frying); Lemon wedges; Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:15min

Lightly coated in a seasoned flour mixture and gently cooked, this pan-fried smelt recipe comes together quickly and is so delicious as an appetizer or main with your favourite side. Don't forget a squeeze of lemon when enjoying!

Updated at: Sun, 16 Feb 2025 07:36:52 GMT