Out of stock
Silver Smelt
Locally sourced from
Our hardworking fishermen
- LocalMonterey Bay
- Caught byPurse Seine
- Frozen at seaSold by the pound
Spirinchus starksi
Also known as Surf Smelt
Silver smelt comes from a specialized fishery in Northern California, where fishers harvest the fish using dip nets. Get your hands on these fish because they’re crazy easy to enjoy! Silver smelt are eaten whole (don’t worry, the bones soften when cooked!) and make for the perfect finger food. Pan-fry these little guys for an appetizer or snack that is crispy on the outside and flaky and soft on the inside. Or, go the Norwegian route and dip these in a simple sauce made from olive oil, garlic, lemon, and parsley. Let us know what you think!
Safe to eat raw?
No, we recommend that you consume silver smelt cooked only.
How to cook
Pan fry
Silver Smelt season
Smelt is typically caught in California from June - September.
Worry-free guarantee
We want you to be extremely happy with your fish and to rely on us weekly as your own personal fisher-people. If something isn't right, tell us and we'll make it right.
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