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Bacon Wrapped Trout Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredibly flavorful and easy Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Trout recipe! Tender trout fillets are perfectly complemented by crispy bacon, creating a delightful smoky and savory dish. This recipe is perfect for a quick and impressive meal, showcasing the often-overlooked trout in a whole new light. Get ready for juicy, flaky fish wrapped in delicious smoky bacon – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! (Adapted from LCBO Magazine)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 581.2 kcal
Protein 145g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Bacon Wrapped Trout

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Ingredients for Bacon Wrapped Trout

  • Garlic Cloves
  • Fresh Sage
  • Fresh Thyme
  • Whole Trout
  • Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 8-10 slices thin-cut bacon (about 8 oz)
  • Kitchen twine

How to Make Bacon Wrapped Trout

  1. Preheat grill to high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates.
  2. Prepare the trout: Gently place 1 clove of minced garlic and 1 sprig each of fresh sage and thyme inside the cavity of each trout fillet (about 4-6 oz each).
  3. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Prepare the bacon wrap: Lay 2 slices of thin-cut bacon (about 4 oz total per fillet) overlapping slightly on a clean work surface.
  5. Place a trout fillet on top of the bacon. Wrap the bacon tightly around the fish, tucking in the ends. Secure with kitchen twine that has been soaked in cold water for at least 10 minutes (this prevents burning).
  6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for remaining trout fillets.
  7. Grill the trout for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the bacon is crispy and the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Carefully remove the twine and serve immediately. Garnish with extra fresh herbs, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

31g

Carbs

0g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Seafood Canadian Easy Fish Freshwater Fish Trout