Fried Mussels (Apulia)

Fish

Ingredients

Mussels - 3 - 3 1/2 quarts

Flour

Eggs - 2

Salt

Fine dry breadcrumbs

Oil for deep-frying

Lemons - 1-2

Thoroughly wash the mussels, scrubbing them with a brush if necessary. Open them with a strong short bladed knife and take the mussels from their shells. Drain well and roll in flour.

Beat the eggs lightly with a pinch of salt. Dip the floured mussels into the beaten eggs and then into the breadcrumbs.

Heat plenty of oil and fry the mussels until golden brown. Drain on absorbant paper. Serve very hot, garnished with lemon wedges.

Serves 6