Baby whitebait fritters

Serves 24 For aioli, combine yolk, lemon juice and rind and garlic in a bowl and whisk until combined. Gradually add oil in a steady stream whisking continuously until thick, then season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three weeks. Makes 1 cup.

Place neonata in a bowl, sift over cornflour, season to taste and mix to combine. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat and cook firmly packed tablespoonfuls of neonata mixture for 3 minutes on each side or until lightly golden and crisp. Drain on absorbent paper, season with sea salt and serve immediately with aioli and lemon wedges to the side.