Recipes

Baked Trout with Herbed Lemon Butter

January 01, 2025 / freshwater / idaho / montana / trout

Delight in the light and refreshing flavors of baked trout, perfectly paired with herbed lemon butter.

Delight in the light and refreshing flavors of baked trout, perfectly paired with herbed lemon butter. This dish highlights the clean, fresh waters of Montana and Idaho, where trout is not only a key species for anglers but also a vital part of the local ecosystem and culinary scene.

Ingredients:

  • 4 trout fillets
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, dill) (garden or locally grown)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season trout fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Mix butter with lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped herbs.
  4. Place trout on a baking sheet, and dollop each fillet with herbed butter.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the trout is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

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