Seafood Recipes

Whitebait And DillMayo

Whitebait dusted in flour and fried in a pan, then tossed in a lemon and dill mayonnaise.

Whitebait And Dill Mayo
4 People
Serves
10 Mins
Prep Time
5 Mins
Cook Time
Easy
Difficulty
New Zealand
Cuisine
The Recipe

About This SeafoodDish

Delight in the crisp, tender taste of Whitebait, perfectly paired with a creamy dill mayo for a refreshing seafood dish. Whether served as an appetizer or a light meal, this combination offers a burst of flavour. Order seafood online and enjoy fast, reliable Sydney seafood delivery from Pearl Seafoods. Our premium-quality whitebait is sustainably sourced and delivered fresh to your door. Ideal for seafood lovers who appreciate convenience and top-tier quality. Indulge in this easy-to-make, delicious dish and experience the best of Australian seafood today.

Ingredients

  1. 200g fresh whitebait (cleaned)
  2. 1 tablespoon plain flour
  3. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
  4. 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  5. 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
  6. 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  7. Salt (to taste)
  8. Pepper (to taste)
  9. Lemon slices (for garnish, optional)

Method

  1. Start by heating a small amount of oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Lightly dust the whitebait with flour, shaking off any excess, and add to the hot oil. Fry until the whitebait is golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  3. While the whitebait is cooling slightly, prepare the dill mayo. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
  4. Once the whitebait has cooled slightly, gently toss it in the dill mayo mixture until fully coated. Be careful not to break the delicate fish.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to let the flavours meld together. Garnish with extra dill or lemon slices if desired. Enjoy!
From Our Kitchen

Chef's Tip

Whitebait with dill mayo is all about crisp texture and fresh, creamy flavour. Lightly frying the whitebait creates a delicate golden crunch while keeping the fish tender and savoury inside. The creamy dill mayo adds richness, freshness, and a subtle herbaceous flavour that perfectly complements the seafood, while lemon juice brightens the dish and balances the richness beautifully.

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NutritionPerServing

  • Calories 230 kcal
  • Total Fat 20.0 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 1.0 g
  • Protein 13.0 g
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