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Baked Steelhead Trout

Delicious Baked Steelhead Trout with Zesty Lemon & Capers

A quick and gourmet Baked Steelhead Trout recipe with zesty lemon and capers, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Trout
  • 2 pieces Steelhead Trout Fillet Skin-on recommended for flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Or sea salt if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Black Pepper Freshly cracked is optimal
For the Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Chives/Shallots Can substitute with green onions
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced
For the Zesty Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Can substitute with green olives
  • 1 whole Lemon For zest and slices
  • 1 lemon Lemon Wedges To serve

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Steelhead Trout
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the steelhead trout fillet into two equal pieces and arrange them skin-side down on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the trout fillets, then sprinkle with kosher salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
  4. Evenly distribute chopped shallots, minced garlic, and capers across the trout, then lay lemon slices on top.
  5. Bake the trout for 10 to 22 minutes, checking for doneness as indicated by the fish becoming opaque and flaky.
  6. Remove from the oven, let rest for a couple of minutes, and serve hot with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Try pairing with a fresh arugula salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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