Best 3 Baked Fresh Rainbow Trout Recipes

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**Baked Fresh Rainbow Trout: A Symphony of Flavors**

Indulge in the delectable flavors of freshly baked rainbow trout, a culinary masterpiece that combines the natural sweetness of fish with a medley of aromatic herbs and zesty citrus. This dish promises a sensory journey, tantalizing your taste buds with every bite. In this comprehensive guide, we present three enticing recipes that showcase the versatility of rainbow trout, each offering a unique flavor profile to suit your palate. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the art of perfectly baking rainbow trout, resulting in a moist and flaky texture that melts in your mouth.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WHOLE RAINBOW TROUT BAKED IN FOIL



Whole Rainbow Trout Baked in Foil image

It's easy to find farmed rainbow trout these days. They're usually boned and "butterflied" - opened up, with the halves still attached. I bake them in foil packets and moisten them with the savory juice that accumulates inside as they bake.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course

Time 15m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 7

Extra virgin olive oil
4 small rainbow trout, boned
Salt
freshly ground pepper
2 lemons, one sliced, one cut in wedges
8 fresh tarragon or dill sprigs, or 4 rosemary sprigs
Chopped fresh tarragon, dill or parsley for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Cut four sheets of heavy duty aluminum foil or eight sheets of lighter foil into squares that are three inches longer than your fish. If using lighter foil, make four double-thick squares. Oil the dull side of the foil with olive oil, and place a trout, skin side down, on each square. Season both sides with salt and pepper, and open them out flat. Place two tarragon or dill sprigs (or one rosemary sprig) and two lemon slices down the middle of each, and fold the two sides together. Drizzle 1/2 teaspoon olive oil over each fish.
  • Making sure that the trout are in the middle of each square, fold up the foil loosely, grabbing at the edges and crimping together tightly to make a packet. Place on a baking sheet, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, checking one of the packets after 10 minutes. The flesh should be opaque and pull apart easily when tested with a fork.
  • Place each packet on a plate. Carefully cut across the top to open it, taking care not to let the steam from inside the packet burn you. Gently remove the fish from the packet, and pour the juices over it. Sprinkle with fresh tarragon, dill or parsley. Serve, passing the lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 549, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 69 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 895 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

BAKED FRESH RAINBOW TROUT



Baked Fresh Rainbow Trout image

Very easy and tasty recipe I invented one day with ingredients on hand, for fresh rainbow trout (farmed or wild) that my family loves. It takes very little time and is much lighter than ocean fish. I use whole fish you can buy already gutted from the supermarket, with heads and tails still on. Make sure you pick trout that are really, really fresh. I find the dish doesn't even need lemon slices but you can use them if you like. The key is to remember to add the water to the dish as instructed in directions, which keeps fish from drying out. Serve with rice and veggies. Light and delicious. Be careful of bones! Make sure to add hot water to the dish; cold water can crack the baking dish.

Provided by In-a-Pickle

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons olive oil, or to taste
2 whole rainbow trout, gutted and cleaned, heads and tails still on
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ large onion, sliced
2 thin slices lemon
2 tablespoons hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with about 1 teaspoon olive oil.
  • Place trout in the prepared baking dish and coat with remaining olive oil. Season the inside and outside of fish with dill, thyme, and salt. Stuff each fish with onion slices; grind pepper over the top. Place 1 lemon slice on each fish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes; add water to dish. Continue baking until fish flake easily with a fork, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 162.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 54.2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 158.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

OVEN BAKED TROUT



Oven Baked Trout image

This easy Oven-Baked Rainbow Trout is a flavorful and healthy way of preparing your fresh catch! Plus, it takes less than 20 minutes to get dinner on the table!

Provided by Amy Nash

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 rainbow trout (gutted and cleaned, with heads still on)
2-4 teaspoons olive oil
1 lemon (thinly sliced)
2 cloves garlic (sliced)
4 sprigs each of fresh dill and parsley (or rosemary or thyme)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Tear a large piece of heavy duty aluminum foil big enough to go completely around both fish and set it on a baking sheet.
  • Place trout on foil and drizzle each trout with 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil. Season the inside and outside with salt and pepper.
  • Place a few slices of lemon, one sliced clove of garlic, and a couple sprigs of fresh dill or the herb of your choice inside each of the trout. Fold the foil over the fish, crimping the edges well to create an envelope for the fish to bake in.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, checking after 10 minutes to see if the fish is done. It will be opaque and flake easily with a fork when done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 3 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, gutted rainbow trout: Look for firm, brightly colored fish with clear eyes and no off odors.
  • Pat the trout dry: This will help the seasonings adhere and prevent the fish from steaming rather than baking.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: Marinating the trout for at least 30 minutes will infuse it with flavor and make it more moist.
  • Roast the trout on a high heat: This will help to crisp the skin and prevent the fish from drying out.
  • Check the internal temperature of the trout: The fish is done cooking when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.

Conclusion:

Baked fresh rainbow trout is a delicious and healthy meal that is easy to prepare. By following these tips, you can ensure that your trout is cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Serve the trout with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or potatoes.

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