Lemon Herb Pan-Seared Trout

A light and flavorful pan-seared trout recipe infused with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon butter sauce, perfect for a healthy and elegant main dish.

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 in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy. 4. Flip the fillet carefully and add the butter, garlic, thyme, and parsley to the pan. 5. Spoon the melted butter and herbs over the trout as it cooks for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through. 6. Remove the trout from the skillet and drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.

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