How to Clean Shishamo Fish?

Steps to Make It
Rinse shishamo gently with water. Pat dry with a paper towel. If frozen, thaw fish first, prior to grilling. Oil grill pan.

Do smelts need to be cleaned?

The fish are small, and just like sardines, you should eat them whole. No need to debone small smelt. Fish bigger than 6 inches should be cleaned because they can be a bit bitter.

What kind of fish is Shishamo?

Shishamo (Saltwater Smelt) is a Japanese delicacy and is grilled or fried whole and served with its roe intact. Shishamo (ししゃも) is a saltwater smelt about 15 cm in length. The Shishamo is a Japanese delicacy and is grilled or fried whole and served with its roe intact (ko mochi shishamo 子持ちししゃも).

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