Instructions: Preheat oil to 370 degrees.

Rinse smelts and pat dry. Dredge fish in flour and season with salt and pepper. Cut a slit in the tail of one fish, pinch together the tails of 3 other fish, and stuff them through the slit to form a fan shape. Hold together with light pressure and place fish in hot oil. Cook carefully until light golden brown, about 2 to 4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

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