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Crispy Deep-Fried Capelin

Name: Crispy Deep-Fried Capelin
Prep time: 18 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 48 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: capelin; all-purpose flour; cooking wine; salt; white pepper; scallion and ginger; cornstarch; Sichuan peppercorn; beer

Other★ Easy48min

Prep 18m ·
Cook 30m ·
2 Servings

IngredientsWhat you'll need for Crispy Deep-Fried Capelin

	Ingredient	Amount	Notes
	capelin
	all-purpose flour
	cooking wine
	salt
	white pepper
	scallion and ginger
	cornstarch
	Sichuan peppercorn
	beer

A delicious Crispy Deep-Fried Capelin recipe.

Cooking StepsHow to cook Crispy Deep-Fried Capelin step by step

Step 1 Detail

Clean the capelin thoroughly, wash and pat dry the surface moisture.
Step 2 Detail

Add scallion, ginger, Sichuan peppercorn, salt, white pepper, and cooking wine. Toss evenly and marinate for 30 minutes.
Step 3 Detail

Combine 4 tablespoons flour and 3 tablespoons cornstarch. Gradually add beer in small amounts, stirring until the batter reaches a yogurt-like consistency. Add a little cooking oil and mix well.
Step 4 Detail

Remove the capelin from the marinade and add to the batter, coating evenly.
Step 5 Detail

Deep fry at medium heat (about 160°C/320°F) until the fish holds its shape, then remove. Raise oil temperature to high (about 190°C/375°F) and fry again until golden and crispy on the outside. Remove and drain.
Step 6 Detail

Serve as is, or pair with salt-and-pepper seasoning or your favorite dipping sauce.
Step 7 Detail

Tip for cleaning: Make a small cut at the gill area and pull — the innards will come out in one piece.