Smelt are small, and any fish smaller than six inches really should be eaten whole, head, guts, tail and all For those of you who are a little squeamish, don’t worry. All you taste is the rich flavor of the meat, plus a pleasing soft crunch from the bones, which will not stick in your … Read more
Dip the smelt fish in tapioca starch then put them in a parchment paper lined fryer basket without stacking. Brush some olive oil onto the surface of the fish then sprinkle some salt and pepper. Air fry at 400F (200C) for about 14-16 minutes, turning the fish over once in between. Serve while hot. How … Read more
Smelt populations in the Great Lakes are no longer as large as they once were and smelt dipping has suffered accordingly. The best smelt dipping these days is in Upper Peninsula streams. But an unusual hook-and-line fishery has developed during the winter. What does a smelt taste like? Smelt has a oily, mild taste and … Read more