Lemon Herb Pan-Seared Trout

A light and flavorful main dish featuring tender trout fillet pan-seared with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon butter sauce. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

Steps

1. Pat the trout fillet dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. 2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. 3. Place the trout fillet skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy. 4. Carefully flip the fillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily. 5. In the last minute of cooking, add butter, minced garlic, parsley, and dill to the pan. 6. Spoon the melted herb butter over the trout while it finishes cooking. 7. Remove the fillet from the pan, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and serve immediately.

1 trout fillet (about 6 oz) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped Juice of half a lemon Salt and pepper to taste