Seared Trout with Roasted Veggies
By Chef Ollie Honderd
Looking for a healthy weeknight dinner that’s both easy and satisfying? We’ve got you covered! Even better – this recipe is super adaptable! Use whatever vegetables you have on hand, no extra shopping required.
Pan-searing the trout creates a delicious crispy crust that takes this dish up just a notch from your typical easy dinner fare. Pair with brown or white rice from Two Brooks Farm.
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- 8oz North Carolina Rainbow Trout
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 lb sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2″ cubes
- 1 lb local turnips, cut into quarters
- 1 bunch turnip greens or spinach
- 1/2 lb mushrooms, roughly chopped
- 2 lemon wedges
- Salt and black pepper
Overview
Prep/active Time
30 minutes
Serves
2
Instructions
Step 1
Remove trout from packaging and salt generously. Let sit for 30 minutes then pat dry. Wait five minutes, then pat dry again! Skin should be thoroughly dried off, otherwise the oil will splatter and you won’t get a nice crispy skin.
Step 2
Heat oven to 425. Toss garlic, cubed turnips, sweet potatoes (or root veggies of choice), and mushrooms with a 2 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes, until slightly browned on the edges but pierced easily with a fork.
Step 3
Remove veggies from the oven and toss with spinach until wilted.
Step 4
While your veggies are roasting, heat a 12” skillet on high heat, add oil then the fish skin side down. Sear for 5-10 minutes – until trout is mostly opaque. Flip and cook for just a few second on the other side, then remove from pan.
Step 5
Spread veggies across a large platter and top with trout. Serve with lemon wedges, a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle of salt.
Notes
- This recipe is incredibly adaptable to work with whatever vegetables you have on hand! Use any leafy green in lieu of spinach or – even better – use the tops from your turnips!
- I repeat – make sure your fish is thoroughly dry before searing! This will ensure a crispy crust and less splatter.
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