""Dredge them lightly in seasoned flour or rice flour, flash fry until crisp, and hit them with salt and lemon the second they leave the oil.""
"Smelts can typically be found in the freezer aisle, but you can usually find fresh ones available in the spring time."
"A typical serving is about six to eight smelts per person, and they should be pretty cheap no matter where you shop."
Andrew Zimmern emphasizes the importance of sustainable seafood through his cookbook, 'The Blue Food Cookbook.' He advocates for lesser-known fish like smelts, which are small, herring-like fish with a delicate texture and mild flavor. Smelts are rich in omega-3s but often overlooked due to their size and oiliness. Zimmern recommends pan frying smelts for a healthier preparation that enhances their flavor, suggesting a method of lightly dredging in flour and frying until crisp, finishing with salt and lemon.
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