The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2553 — Navaga Fried in Batter
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2553 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Clean and dry 3 pounds of navaga, dip each fish into the rather thick batter of recipe No. 2404 and coat generously with breadcrumbs.
Fry the coated fish in ¾ glass of poppy-seed or mustard oil until cooked.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2553. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.