How to Eat Dried Fish

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Things You'll Need

  • Dried fish

  • Coconut oil

  • Small pan

  • Salt and pepper

How to Eat Dried Fish. Drying is an ancient form of food preservation. Dried fish is a traditional food consumed in Asian and Catholic Mediterranean countries. Lutefisk, made from air-dried white fish, is popular in Nordic countries such as Sweden. Small fish such as anchovies and sardines store easily in dried form. Keep a bag in the cabinet to snack on. You can purchase them in many Asian and some specialty grocery stores, and then follow these tips to enjoy them.

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Step 1

Remove a cup of dried fish from bag.

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Step 2

Heat oil on high heat in a shallow pan. Use oil that can withstand the high temperature, whose flavor won't compete with the fish's.

Step 3

Move fish around with a spatula while they cook. Fry until they are crispy.

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Step 4

Season with salt and hot pepper.

Step 5

Enjoy eating the snack with a cold drink.

Tip

Small fish are a good source of calcium, omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D. Because of their size, they usually don't contain as much mercury as bigger fish. If you prefer a softer texture, soak dried fish in water for thirty minutes. Squeeze out excess water before cooking. Larger fish require a longer soaking time, and you may have to cut them into pieces for some recipes.

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