Steelhead Trout
Explore these delicious and healthy steelhead trout recipes that are easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1 cup White wine For citrus garlic marinade
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard For citrus garlic marinade
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic, minced For citrus garlic marinade
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice For citrus garlic marinade
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill For citrus garlic marinade
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce For soy ginger marinade
- 1 inch Fresh ginger, grated For soy ginger marinade
- 2 cloves Minced garlic For soy ginger marinade
- 1 tablespoon Honey For soy ginger marinade
- 1/2 cup Olive oil For herbaceous marinade
- 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs (basil or dill), chopped For herbaceous marinade
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest For herbaceous marinade
- 2 cloves Minced garlic For herbaceous marinade
For the Steelhead Trout
- 4 fillets Steelhead trout Fresh or thawed
- 1 lemon sliced For baking and garnishing
- To taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the marinade by combining all ingredients listed under 'For the Marinade' in a bowl.
- Place the steelhead trout fillets in the marinade and let them soak for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Cooking Methods
- Grilling: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, brush fish with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and grill for 12-15 minutes, turning once.
- Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), place trout on parchment-lined baking sheet, add lemon slices and herbs, and bake for 10-15 minutes.
- Pan-Searing: Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet until shimmering, cook fish for 3-4 minutes per side to achieve a golden-brown crust.
Notes
Aim for an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for perfectly cooked steelhead trout. This fish pairs well with roasted vegetables, quinoa salad, or lemon-herb couscous.