2 lbs. cleaned smelts
2 eggs, beaten
1 c. bread crumbs
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. parsley
1 tbsp. Romano cheese
1 clove garlic (chopped fine)
1/4 c. vegetable oil

Rinse fish in cold water. Drain; set aside. In a large bowl combine bread crumbs, flour, parsley, cheese, garlic and salt. Mix thoroughly. In a separate bowl beat eggs; set aside.

In a large skillet add oil and heat. Using a fork dip smelts into beaten egg, then into bread crumbs. Coat fish completely. Place fish into heated oil in skillet and cook until golden brown. Serve immediately.