Herb-Crusted Trout with Lemon Butter Sauce

Indulge in this elegant yet simple dish featuring a perfectly seared trout fillet, enhanced with a fragrant herb crust and drizzled with a zesty lemon butter sauce. Ideal for a light dinner that is both healthy and delicious.

Steps

1. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. 2. In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper. 3. Coat the trout fillet with olive oil, then press the herb breadcrumb mixture onto the top side of the fish. 4. Place the fillet, herb side down, in the hot skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. 5. Carefully flip the trout and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish is cooked through. 6. In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter and add lemon juice. Stir to combine. 7. Plate the trout and drizzle with the lemon butter sauce. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

1 trout fillet (about 6 oz) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 lemon, juiced Lemon wedges for serving