Seared Ocean Trout with Herb Crust Recipe

Preparation Time: 10m
Cook Time: 7m
Total Time: 17m
Servings: 4

May 24, 2024 4.8

This Seared Ocean Trout is a flavour bomb, with the fish cooked to juicy perfection and then crusted with a symphony of crunchy herbs. It's a dish that turns everyday ingredients into something truly special, making it a winner for a fancy dinner or a fuss-free weeknight feed.

Ingredients:

4 Ocean trout fillets (150g each)
Fresh parsley, basil, and coriander, chopped
2 Garlic cloves, minced
30 ml Olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Lime for garnish

Instructions:

1 Prepare the Trout
Season 4 ocean trout fillets (150g each) with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
2 Create the Herb Crust
Combine finely chopped parsley, basil, and coriander with minced garlic and a drizzle of olive oil to form a paste.
3 Crust the Trout
Gently press the herb mixture onto the skin side of each trout fillet.
4 Pan Sear
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a bit of olive oil. Place the fillets skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes.
5 Serve
Drizzle with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and garnish with additional herbs if desired.