Preheat the fryer. In a food processor, fitted with a metal blade, combine the egg, mustard, lemon juice, onions, garlic, and pickles. Process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. With the machine running, slowly add the oil. Process until all of the oil is used and the mixture is thick. Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until chilled. Season the smelts with salt and pepper. Season the flour with Essence. Dredge the smelts in the flour, coating completely. Fry the smelts until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with Essence. Serve with the tartar sauce and fried parsley.
Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning (also referred to as Bayou Blast):
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Yield: 2/3 cup

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	785.83 Kcal (3290 kJ)
Calories from fat	580.28 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	64.48g	99%
Cholesterol	40.92mg	14%
Sodium	4448.04mg	185%
Potassium	453.42mg	10%
Total Carbs	50.87g	17%
Sugars	1.9g	8%
Dietary Fiber	8.69g	35%
Protein	9.09g	18%
Vitamin C	23.7mg	40%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	6.2mg	34%
Calcium	205.8mg	21%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	401.88 Kcal (1683 kJ)
Calories from fat	296.76 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	32.97g	99%
Cholesterol	20.93mg	14%
Sodium	2274.77mg	185%
Potassium	231.88mg	10%
Total Carbs	26.02g	17%
Sugars	0.97g	8%
Dietary Fiber	4.44g	35%
Protein	4.65g	18%
Vitamin C	12.1mg	40%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	3.2mg	34%
Calcium	105.2mg	21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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