Herring Fillets Fried in Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 1 lb Herring Fillets, butterflied
• 1 cup medium oatmeal
• 1 egg, beaten
• 3 tbsp bacon fat or butter
• 1 lemon, in wedges
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• Salt and black pepper

Method

1. Season the oatmeal well with salt and pepper and spread it on a plate.
2. Pat the Herring Fillets dry, brush with the beaten egg, and press both sides firmly into the oatmeal so it takes on a thick, even coat.
3. Heat the fat in a heavy skillet over medium-high until it shimmers but does not smoke.
4. Fry skin side first, 3 minutes, without touching it, then flip and cook 2 minutes more, until the oats are toasted brown and the flesh is opaque at 145°F (63°C).
5. Drain briefly on a rack and serve with lemon, parsley, and buttered toast. Oatmeal-crusted fish waits for no one — eat it hot.