Roasted Whole Trout with Lemon and Herbs

An elegant Mediterranean dish highlighting the pristine, fresh flavors of local trout. Roasted whole and infused with the delicate essences of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, it offers a harmonious blend of textures and a refined finish perfect for sophisticated entertaining or a light, festive family gathering.

Prep: 10 min
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy

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Instructions

Servings:2

1Heat the oven to 230 degrees Celsius.
2Place baking paper on a rimmed baking sheet.
3Cut diagonal slits on both sides of the fish.
4Place the fish on the prepared pan.
5Season the fish with salt and pepper on both sides and inside the cavity.
6Fill the fish cavity with slices of lemon, garlic, onion and herbs.
7Massage olive oil on the surface of both fish.
8Roast the fish in the heated oven for 10-15 minutes.
9Turn on the grill and grill the fish for another 5-7 minutes, until the fish is golden and slightly charred in some places.
10Serve the fish whole, with a little more olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.

Ingredients

2 whole trout (10-12 oz each, cleaned and gutted), salt (to taste, preferably coarse), 1 tbsp olive oil (ensure purity), 1 lemon (sliced), 1-2 garlic cloves (sliced), 1 small onion (thinly sliced), fresh dill and parsley (to taste)

Nutrition

Calories: 50
Protein: 0g
Carbs: 0.2g

Chef tips

Consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for a deeper flavor profile. For a smoky taste, try using an outdoor grill instead of the oven.

Nutrition

Calories: 50
Protein: 0g
Carbs: 0.2g

Chef tips

Consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for a deeper flavor profile. For a smoky taste, try using an outdoor grill instead of the oven.

Culinary reasoning

An elegant Mediterranean dish highlighting the pristine, fresh flavors of local trout. Roasted whole and infused with the delicate essences of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, it offers a harmonious blend of textures and a refined finish perfect for sophisticated entertaining or a light, festive family gathering.

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