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Savor Quick Pan-Fried Trout with Garlic Herb Butter Tonight Recipe

Savor Quick Pan-Fried Trout with Garlic Herb Butter Tonight Recipe
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Enjoy a quick and flavorful pan-fried trout recipe featuring crispy skin and a rich garlic herb butter that elevates the delicate fish with fresh herbs and bright lemon juice. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this dish combines simplicity and gourmet taste with minimal ingredients and fuss.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 2 skin-on trout fillets

Garlic Herb Butter

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
  • 2 cloves garlic, fresh minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Herb Butter: In a small bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Mix in the minced garlic, chopped dill, parsley, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are well combined to create a flavorful garlic herb butter.
  2. Season the Trout: Gently pat the trout fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure crispiness. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Then, brush the fillets on both sides with the prepared garlic herb butter for a savory coating.
  3. Heat the Skillet: Place the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Allow the butter to melt and begin to bubble slightly, indicating it’s ready for frying.
  4. Cook Skin-Side Down: Carefully place the trout fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes until the skin becomes golden brown and crispy, providing a delightful texture contrast.
  5. Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip the trout fillets and continue cooking for another 3 minutes until the fish is opaque and cooked through. Avoid overcooking to preserve moistness.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the fillets from the skillet, garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to add brightness and balance to the rich flavors before serving.

Notes

  • Skin-on fillets provide better flavor and texture due to crispiness.
  • You can substitute dill with tarragon or chives if preferred.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for optimal brightness, but bottled lemon juice works in a pinch.
  • Patting the trout dry is key to achieving crispy skin.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially salt and pepper.
  • Cook on medium heat to prevent burning the butter while allowing the skin to become crispy.

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