Air Fried Sprats With Lemon Pepper

5 standard portions

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Ingredients

• 1 lb sprats
• 2 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
• ½ tsp pink salt (optional, see notes)
• 1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil with lemon oil

Method

1. Place the sprats in colander and squeeze fresh lime all over them (you can use vinegar aswell by pouring some over the sprats).
2. Use your hands to completely coat the sprats with the lime and vinegar (if you are using it aswell).
3. Rinse off the sprats thoroughly with cold water.
4. Use a small knife to gut the fish by making an incision in the belly and cut from the tail end to the head of the fish.
5. Use the knife to scrap out the fish guts and gently pull to remove the bones, it should remove with ease (don't worry if it breaks apart).
6. Rinse the sprats again after they have been gutted and use some kitchen towel to completely blot them dry (wet fish won't crisp).
7. Place the lemon pepper seasoning and pink salt in a spice or coffee grinder and mill into a fine consistency.
8. Transfer the sprats into a large bowl and season with the lemon pepper seasoning and pink salt.
9. Line the air fryer basket and place the sprats in the basket making sure not to overcrowd (you may need to air fry them in batches).
10. Air fry at190C/374F for 10-15 minutes or until the sprats are crispy, keep a watchful eye on the sprats as you don't want them to burn so check them often.
11. Once all the sprats are air fried place them on a plate and drizzle them with the lemon oil before serving.