Nothing says a successful trout season like cooking up your fresh catch with a simple yet mouthwatering recipe. This pan-seared trout with garlic herb butter, served alongside crispy roasted baby potatoes, pairs beautifully with a refreshing pint of Pilsner beer. It’s the perfect way to celebrate a great day on the water!
Ingredients:
2 fresh trout fillets (skin on)
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp paprika (optional)
For the Roasted Baby Potatoes
1 lb baby potatoes, halved
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp dried rosemary or thyme
Instructions:
Roasting the Baby Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the halved baby potatoes in olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried rosemary.
- Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Cooking the Trout:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pat the trout fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Place the fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy.
- Flip the fillets, reduce heat to medium, and add butter and minced garlic to the pan.
- Baste the fish with the melted garlic butter for another 2-3 minutes.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the trout and remove from heat.
Serving:
- Plate the trout fillets alongside the crispy roasted baby potatoes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and a lemon wedge for extra zest.
- Serve with a cold glass of your favourite Canadian beer such as Phillips Blue Buck Ale or Moosehead Lager.
Why Pilsner?
A crisp and refreshing Pilsner beer enhances the light, flaky texture of trout while balancing the buttery richness of the dish. Its subtle malt sweetness and mild hop bitterness make it the perfect pairing for fish.
Whether you caught your trout yourself or picked it up fresh from the market, this simple yet delicious recipe will bring the best flavors to your table. So, grab a plate, pour yourself a beer, and enjoy a true angler’s feast!
Happy fishing and even happier eating!
