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Tasty Baked Trout

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This baked trout recipe delivers a comforting, restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. The fillets are gently cooked in a bath of melted butter, bright lemon juice, and savory celery salt, creating a moist and flavorful result. Thinly sliced onions soften during baking, adding a subtle sweetness that complements the delicate fish. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something satisfying yet healthy. The combination of classic flavors makes it an approachable introduction to cooking fish, ensuring it becomes a regular favorite in your household rotation.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 301.1
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This baked trout recipe delivers a comforting, restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. The fillets are gently cooked in a bath of melted butter, bright lemon juice, and savory celery salt, creating a moist and flavorful result. Thinly sliced onions soften during baking, adding a subtle sweetness that complements the delicate fish. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something satisfying yet healthy. The combination of classic flavors makes it an approachable introduction to cooking fish, ensuring it becomes a regular favorite in your household rotation.
Ingredients
  • 1 Lemon
  • 2 teaspoons Celery salt
  • 1 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 lg Onion
  • 1/2 cups Butter (or marg.) ; 1 stick
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 325&# 194;°F (165ðC).
  2. 2
    Place the trout fillets in a rectangular baking dish or aluminum pan.
  3. 3
    Sprinkle several drops of lemon juice over each fillet.
  4. 4
    Season each fillet evenly with salt and celery salt.
  5. 5
    Slice the onion into 18 thin slices.
  6. 6
    Arrange 3 onion slices on top of each trout fillet.
  7. 7
    Cut the butter into 18 small pats.
  8. 8
    Place one pat of butter on top of the onion slices on each fillet.
  9. 9
    Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  10. 10
    Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  11. 11
    Optionally, remove the foil halfway through baking and baste the fillets with the pan juices, then return to the oven to finish cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 301.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.6g34%
Saturated Fat 11.3g57%
Cholesterol 100.0mg34%
Sodium 3424.1mg143%
Total Carbohydrate 2.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 22.5g45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, ensure trout fillets are roughly 4 oz each for even cooking.

If you prefer a crispier top, remove the foil for the last 10-15 minutes of baking.

Celery salt adds a distinct savory note; if you don't have it, you can use plain salt and a pinch of dried celery leaves.

This dish pairs well with steamed green beans, roasted potatoes, or a simple green salad.

Keywords: baked, trout, fish, lemon, butter, onion, celery salt, dinner, easy, weeknight, oven, fillets, seafood, healthy, comfort food, simple, gluten free, low carb
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