Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

rainbow trout

gutted

2 tbsp

capers

chopped

7 tbsp

unsalted butter

chopped

1 unit

lemon

juiced

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 unit

flour

for dusting

1 unit

mixed vegetables

1 unit

baby new potatoes

Step 1
~3 min

Heat olive oil or vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Season the rainbow trout with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Lightly dust the seasoned trout with flour.

Step 4
~3 min

Carefully place the floured trout in the hot pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Cook the trout for 2 minutes on each side, until lightly browned.

Step 6
~3 min

Transfer the pan with the trout to a preheated oven.

Step 7
~3 min

Bake the trout in the oven for 15 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.

Step 8
~3 min

Carefully remove the pan from the oven.

Step 9
~3 min

Transfer the cooked trout to a serving plate.

Step 10
~3 min

Add chopped capers, lemon juice, and butter to the pan used for cooking the trout.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove the pan from the heat.

Step 12
~3 min

Let the butter melt slowly in the residual heat.

Step 13
~3 min

Pour the melted butter sauce and capers over the cooked trout.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve immediately with mixed vegetables and baby new potatoes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the pan is hot before adding the trout for optimal searing.

Don't overcook the trout, as it can become dry.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The caper and lemon butter sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (fish and lemon)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of steamed asparagus

Accompany with a crisp green salad

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green beans almondine
Roasted Brussels sprouts

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Popular in coastal regions where fresh fish is abundant.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
special occasion

Popularity Score

60/100

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