How to Make Crispy Fried Whitebait (Bianchetti Fritti) | Simple & Delicious Italian Recipe

Rinse the bianchetti under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika together.

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.

Dredge the bianchetti in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated bianchetti to the pan in batches, avoiding overcrowding.

Fry the bianchetti for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried bianchetti from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Serve the bianchetti hot with lemon wedges on the side.

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