Smelt are mild and delicate with lean, white flesh and edible skin. They are easy to love and easy to cook. The small size of each means they are best eaten with your fingers and dipped in mustard, tartar, cocktail, or hot sauce. 1 portion is 16 oz (1 lb.).

Easy Seafood Recipes - Smelts just need a quick dredge in flour, a dip in hot oil finished with a sprinkle of salt and lemon juice.. Excellent as an appetizer or pair with a citrusy salad. For more inspiration, try Greek Style Fried Smelts or Oven Roasted Smelts.

Health Benefits - Smelt is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin D and B12. Smelt is excellent for low carb paleo and keto diets.

Did You Know - Rainbow smelt, osmerus mordax, are landed in both fresh waters of the Great Lakes and off the coast of New Brunswick and Maine. These smelt have been harvested in Canadian waters. Peak fishing seasons for smelt are spring and winter.

Frozen Shelf Life: 9 months. Refrigerated Shelf Life: 4 days.