
Smelt in oil
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Just follow the step-by-step instructions; there's no difficulty in cooking navaga in oil. The main thing is to properly prepare the fish for frying. The finished dish can be served at the table.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1

Prepare the ingredients.
- 2
Step 2

Rinse the cleaned smelt and dry it on a paper towel.
- 3
Step 3

Blot well to remove all excess moisture.
- 4
Step 4

Mix the flour, herbs, salt, and paprika.
- 5
Step 5

Put the flour and spice mixture into a plastic bag.
- 6
Step 6

Place the smelt into the bag with the flour and spices, then shake.
- 7
Step 7

All the fish should be well coated with the flour mixture.
- 8
Step 8

Pour vegetable oil into a frying pan and heat it well, then place the fish in the pan, not too close together.
- 9
Step 9

Place the fried fish on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- 10
Step 10

For serving, line the bottom of the plate with lettuce leaves.
- 11
Step 11

Place the fried smelt on salad leaves and garnish with vegetables and herbs.