Finnish Fried Muikuks Recipe
When I went to Finland, I heard about this tasty dish and knew I had to try it. Lohikeitto is a traditional Finnish soup. It is made with fish, potatoes, and other simple ingredients.
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Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 280 kcal
Equipment
- large bowl
- Deep-frying pan or wok
- Slotted Spoon
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of small freshwater fish preferably muikku (vendace)
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1 egg
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Clean the fish by removing the heads, guts, and scales. Rinse the fish under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk and egg together.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dip the fish in the milk and egg mixture, then coat in the flour mixture.
- Shake off any excess flour and carefully place the fish in the hot oil.
- Fry the fish for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the fish from the oil and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Repeat with the remaining fish, adding more oil as needed.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce, if desired.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Pat the fish dry with paper towels before coating in flour to ensure it stays crispy during frying. Fry the fish in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking. Serve the fried muikuks immediately to maintain their crispy texture.Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 440mg | Potassium: 370mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
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