French Fried Smelt

French Fried Smelt


1. Remove small scales with a sharp knife and slit the fish; clean.

2. After the smelt are cleaned, place in salt water and refrigerate overnight.

3. Drain very well.

4. Add salt, pepper, and cream to egg and beat together.

5. Dip fish into mixture, then roll in cracker crumbs.

6. Fry in deep hot fat (370F) until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.

7. Serve with tartar sauce.

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