Jul 14 2026

Bait Box Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Whole, bone-in bait fish, crispy and fun to eat.

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Ingredients

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Bait Fish

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Prepare the Bait Fish

    Rinse the whole bait fish under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Make the Coating

    In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

  3. 3

    Coat the Fish

    Dredge each bait fish in the coating mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

  5. 5

    Fry the Fish

    Carefully place the coated bait fish into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried fish from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

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