225g/8oz cleaned sprats

¼ tsp turmeric

1 tsp chilli powder

1 tsp salt

Oil for deep-frying

Lemon Juice

Rub the sprats well with turmeric, chilli powder and salt.  Gently heat the oil and fry the fish for 6-8 minutes, a few at a time, until crisp.   Drain on absorbent kitchen paper, then sprinkle with lemon juice and serve.