Pan-Fried Smelts

1. 1

   Rinse the smelts thoroughly and pat dry.

2. 2

   Place the bread crumbs, salt and pepper into a large resealable bag and shake to combine.

3. 3

   Place the lemon juice into a shallow dish.

4. 4

   Dip the smelts into the juice and then place in the bag with the dry mixture and shake until the fish are well coated.

5. 5

   You can coat 2 to 3 fish at a time, depending on their size.

6. 6

   Place enough peanut oil into a 12-inch cast iron skillet just to cover the bottom of the pan.

7. 7

   Place over medium-high heat until shimmering.

8. 8

   Add the smelts to the pan, 4 to 5 at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

9. 9

   Fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side until lightly browned and cooked through.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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