Trout with Caper Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this elegant yet effortlessly simple Trout with Caper Sauce recipe. Perfectly pan-seared trout fillets are seasoned to perfection, lightly dusted with flour for a golden crust, and draped in a velvety, tangy caper-infused butter sauce. Highlights of this dish include a touch of fresh lemon juice for brightness, sautéed garlic for depth, and a sprinkling of parsley for a fresh finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy trout recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Serve with steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces trout fillets
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons capers, drained
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thinning sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the trout fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Place the all-purpose flour in a shallow dish. Lightly coat each trout fillet with flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Place the trout fillets in the skillet, skin-side down (if applicable). Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fillets are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in the capers and lemon juice, allowing the mixture to simmer for 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

If the sauce seems too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin it to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 10

Spoon the caper sauce over the cooked trout fillets and serve immediately. Pair with your favorite side dishes such as steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a simple green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1145 grams (1145.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2399

Total Fat 157.40g	202%
Saturated Fat 42.30g	211%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 729mg	243%
Sodium 3479mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 28.80g	10%
Dietary Fiber 2.20g	8%
Total Sugars 1.00g
Protein 204.70g	409%

Vitamin D 5429IU	27143%
Calcium 527mg	41%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 3793mg	81%

*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: 60.3%

Protein: 34.8%

Carbs: 4.9%