Devon-Style Whitebait Fritters with Parsley
85% authentic · British (Regional)
A regional variation from Devon, where finely chopped fresh parsley is incorporated into the batter for added freshness and flavor, enhancing the delicate taste of the whitebait.
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Ingredients
- Whitebait250g
- All-purpose flour100g
- Egg1
- Milk50ml
- Fresh parsley2 tbsp, finely chopped
- Vegetable oilfor frying
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Prepare the whitebait by rinsing and thoroughly drying them.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, egg, and milk to form a smooth batter. Stir in the finely chopped fresh parsley, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Gently coat the whitebait with the parsley-infused batter.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- 5
Fry small portions of the battered whitebait for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- 6
Drain the fritters on paper towels.
- 7
Serve hot, perhaps with a side of tartar sauce or lemon.
