Smelts

1. Slit the smelt from the tail to the top of the belly, use your finger to remove the insides and then remove the head.
2. Place the flour in a shallow dish and add the Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper, mix to combine.
3. Dredge the fish in the flour. Shake off the access flour.
4. Melt the shortening and fry the fish until crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Fried Potatoes

• Wash the potatoes and thinly slice.
• Melt the shortening in a cast iron skillet, place the potatoes in a single layer, cook untouched for 5 minutes or until the potatoes are browned on the bottom.
• Flip the potatoes and add the salt, pepper, and onions, cook undisturbed for five minutes then continue to stir the potatoes until they are browned all over.
• Serve with the smelts.