Trout Meuniere Recipe

Experience the authentic flavors of South Louisiana with this incredibly easy and delicious Trout Meunière recipe! Made with fresh-caught trout (or high-quality market trout), this classic dish is light, flaky, and bursting with flavor. We've provided options for regular or whole wheat flour to suit your dietary needs. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Discover the secret to perfectly pan-seared trout with a luscious lemon-butter sauce!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 334 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Trout Meuniere

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How to Make Trout Meuniere

  1. Gently rinse the trout fillets and pat them completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a shallow dish, place the flour. Dredge each trout fillet in the flour, ensuring it's evenly coated.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large oven-safe skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat. Once melted and shimmering, carefully place the trout fillets in the hot skillet.
  4. Sear the trout for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  5. Transfer the cooked trout to a warm serving dish and keep warm.
  6. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Add the lemon juice and parsley. Cook for 1 minute, or until the sauce is slightly thickened and emulsified.
  7. Spoon the lemon-butter sauce generously over the trout fillets and serve immediately. Garnish with extra parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

41g

Carbs

8g