Indulge in a symphony of flavors with grilled trout, a culinary masterpiece that combines the delicate taste of trout with the vibrant flavors of white beans and a tangy caper vinaigrette. This recipe tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect balance of textures and flavors. The trout, grilled to perfection, offers a tender and flaky texture, while the white beans provide a creamy and nutty contrast. The caper vinaigrette, with its harmonious blend of capers, lemon juice, and olive oil, adds a burst of brightness and acidity, elevating the dish to new heights. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where simplicity meets sophistication, resulting in a dish that will leave you craving for more. Discover the step-by-step guide to creating this delectable dish, along with additional recipe variations that offer unique twists on this classic combination.
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TROUT WITH CAPER SAUCE
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h55m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the mashed potatoes: Put the potatoes in a large pot with 2 gallons of cold water. Bring the water and potatoes to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender. Strain the potatoes and allow them to rest in the strainer over the sink for 5 to 10 minutes so they steam and dry out a bit. While the potatoes are draining combine the cream and butter in the pot and bring to a boil, melting the butter.
- Put the potatoes back into the pot with the cream and the butter and whip with an electric hand mixer until the potatoes are smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm. (If the potatoes cool off, heat them in a pan with the additional 1/4 cup cream and 2 tablespoons butter just before plating.)
- For the vegetables: Prepare a large bowl of ice water for shocking the vegetables after blanching. Bring 2 gallons of water to a rolling boil and add the salt.
- Add half of the green beans to the boiling water and cook until tender but not over-cooked, about 3 minutes. Transfer the beans to the ice bath using a hand strainer. Allow the water to come back up to a rolling boil and repeat the process with the remainder of the green beans and then the carrots.
- For the trout: Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Heat a large skillet over high heat until smoking hot and reduce the heat to medium-high. Season the trout with salt and pepper, then dredge the skin side of the trout in the flour. Coat the skillet with grape seed oil.
- Place the trout in the skillet skin-side down and sear until the skin is golden brown and the flesh begins to turn opaque. Gently flip the filets over and finish cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Transfer the trout to the prepared baking sheet and allow the cooked trout to rest for 5 minutes.
- For the sauce: Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until they just begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Heat a large saute pan over high heat until it begins to smoke. Add the grape seed oil to the pan and then add the shallots and capers. Saute for 2 minutes.
- Add the lemon juice and bring to a boil; cook until reduced by half. Take the pan off the heat and add the butter a little at a time, swirling the pan to emulsify the butter into the lemon juice. Season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper (be careful with the salt because the capers can be very salty already). Stir in the chopped parsley.
- For plating: In a large saute pan over high heat add the carrots and green beans and enough water to create a thin layer in the pan. Allow the water to boil and once the beans and carrots are hot, season them with salt and pepper.
- Place a scoop of the mashed potatoes in the center of each of 6 plates. Arrange two filets of trout on top, flesh-side up. Arrange the carrots and green beans leaning on the trout to one side.
- Spoon 2 ounces of sauce onto each plate and sprinkle the toasted almond slices over the top of the fish. Serve immediately.
WHOLE GRILLED TROUT
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Rub each trout generously with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt; sprinkle inside of cavities with salt and black pepper. Place half the lemon and onion slices into cavity of each trout, along with minced garlic, and place a sprig of rosemary and thyme into cavities.
- Turn preheated grill down to low and place the trout directly onto the grill; cook until flesh flakes easily and the skins are browned, 6 to 7 minutes per side, flipping once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 91.8 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 156.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
Tips:
- To ensure the trout is cooked evenly, make sure the grill is hot before adding the fish. - If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the trout in a grill pan over medium heat. - To prevent the trout from sticking to the grill, brush it with oil before cooking. - The white beans can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. - If you don't have capers, you can substitute chopped olives or sun-dried tomatoes. - Serve the grilled trout with a side of lemon wedges and additional caper vinaigrette.Conclusion:
This grilled trout recipe is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout. The white beans and caper vinaigrette add a flavorful and refreshing touch to the fish. This recipe is also relatively easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. So, fire up the grill and give this grilled trout recipe a try! You won't be disappointed.
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