Was ist Smelt?
Small, silvery fish belonging to the family Osmeridae, typically found in both freshwater and saltwater, known for their distinct cucumber-like aroma.
Wie schmeckt Smelt?
Smelt hat einen mild, slightly sweet, savory Geschmack mit fresh cucumber, briny Aromen.
- Taste
- Mild, Slightly Sweet, Savory
- Texture
- Delicate, Flaky, Tender
- Aroma
- Fresh Cucumber, Briny
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Nährwertangaben
Per 85g (3 oz) Calories100 kcal
Total Fat3 g
Saturated Fat0.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol50 mg
Protein18 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium100 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium250 mg
Geheimtipp des Chefs
To maintain their delicate flavor and texture, cook smelt quickly, often by shallow-frying or broiling until just cooked through.
Smelt Ersatz & Verhältnisse
Der beste Ersatz für Smelt ist Whitebait, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1. Very similar small, delicate fish, often fried whole.
| Ersatz | Verhältnis | Am besten geeignet für |
|---|---|---|
| Whitebait Am besten | 1:1 | Very similar small, delicate fish, often fried whole. |
| Anchovies (fresh) | 1:1 | Similar size and preparation, but saltier and more intensely flavored. |
| Sardines (small, fresh) | 1:1 | Slightly larger, but can be prepared similarly (fried, grilled). |
| Small Lake Trout (filleted) | 1:1 | Mild freshwater fish, suitable for similar delicate preparations. |
Wie man Smelt auswählt & lagert
- Look for bright, clear eyes, firm flesh, and a fresh, mild "cucumber" scent.
- Avoid strong fishy odors.
Womit passt Smelt gut zusammen?
- Lemon
- dill
- tartar sauce
- malt vinegar
- coleslaw
- French fries.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Smelt?
Mild, Slightly Sweet, Savory Fresh Cucumber, Briny
Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Smelt?
Der beste Ersatz ist Whitebait (1:1). Very similar small, delicate fish, often fried whole.
Wie wählt und lagert man Smelt?
Look for bright, clear eyes, firm flesh, and a fresh, mild "cucumber" scent. Avoid strong fishy odors.