Blackened Trout

Elevate your seafood game with this bold and flavorful Blackened Trout recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a smoky Cajun-inspired spice blend of paprika, garlic, onion, and a hint of cayenne, these trout fillets are seared to golden perfection in a sizzling combination of butter and olive oil. The result? A crispy, aromatic crust that gives way to tender, flaky fish. Finished with a drizzle of buttery pan sauce, fresh parsley for a pop of color, and a squeeze of zesty lemon, this quick and easy dish is ready in just 25 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this recipe brings a rustic elegance to your table and pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Trout fillets
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the trout fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the blackening spice mix.

Step 3

Generously season both sides of each trout fillet with the spice mix, ensuring an even coating.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and begins to sizzle.

Step 5

Place the trout fillets into the skillet skin-side down (if applicable) and cook for 3-4 minutes without disturbing to allow a crispy crust to form.

Step 6

Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7

Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and swirl until melted to create a flavorful pan sauce.

Step 8

Drizzle the melted butter over the cooked trout fillets and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1078.1 grams (1078.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2404

Total Fat 165.90g	213%
Saturated Fat 51.70g	259%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 798mg	266%
Sodium 3140mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 12.00g	4%
Dietary Fiber 4.50g	16%
Total Sugars 1.70g
Protein 202.50g	405%

Vitamin D 5438IU	27188%
Calcium 555mg	43%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 3892mg	83%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 2.0%