There couldn't be a better way to prepare freshly caught wild brook trout. Serve with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and steamed Swiss chard.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
12 mins
Total Time
32 mins
Calories
711 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Remove gills from fish and discard. Rinse fish under cold water.
Step 2
In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat.
Step 3
In shallow dish, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper. Raise heat to high. Dredge fish in flour mixture and fry in hot oil for about 4 to 6 minutes on each side or until meat flakes with a fork. Serve garnished with lemon wedges.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cornmeal
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 lemons - cut into wedges, for garnish
4 whole (12 ounce) trout, cleaned with tails and heads on