Classic Kiwi Whitebait Fritters Recipes

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Steps:

• Mix whitebait and yolks and a little salt and pepper. Whisk the whites until almost firm, but not dry, and fold into the whitebait.
• Heat up a pan, adding some butter and olive oil, and dollop spoonfuls of the mixture into the sizzling fat.
• Fry until golden on both sides then eat on hot buttered toast, or simply just eat with your fingers with lemon juice squeezed over them.

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Steps:

• Drain your whitebait in a colander. Set aside.
• In another bowl, sieve the flour. Make a well and add the beaten eggs with a dash of water, then mix into a smooth, thick batter.
• Now gently fold in the whitebait, sliced spring onions and lemon juice (or lemon pepper). Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
• Melt butter in a good quality, heavy pan and place a large spoonful of the fritter mixture in the pan. Shape into round fritters and cook until the egg is set or until golden on one side (use egg-flip to peek under). You do not need to wait for the fish to go white. Then gently flip over as you would an omelette and cook the other side for 20 seconds.