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Ingredients
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Fried Smelts
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Aioli
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, squid ink, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well until smooth and set aside.
Prepare the Smelts
Rinse the smelts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Coat the Smelts
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each smelt in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess.
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
Fry the Smelts
Working in batches, fry the smelts for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve
Serve the fried smelts hot, accompanied by the squid ink aioli for dipping.
