Easy Blackened Sea Trout
Discover the vibrant flavors of Easy Blackened Sea Trout, a dish that tantalizes with its crispy edges and succulent center. Perfectly seasoned with a zesty spice blend, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to impress at any gathering. Serve it hot alongside your favorite sides for an unforgettable dining experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sea trout fillets (approx. 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp blackening spice blend (1 tsp paprika, ½ tsp cayenne pepper, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp thyme, ½ tsp oregano)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until smoking hot.
- Pat the sea trout fillets dry and drizzle olive oil on both sides. Generously coat with the blackening spice blend.
- Place the fillets in the skillet and sear for 4 minutes per side until charred and flaky.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets just before removing from heat.
- Serve immediately garnished with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sea trout fillet (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg