Sep 24 2026
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Wnc Mountain Trout & Scallop Risotto (gf) Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

House Risotto, Mountain Trout, 2 Scallops*, Seasonal Vegetables, Sundried Tomato Gremolata

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Ingredients

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Risotto

Sundried Tomato Gremolata

Method

Risotto Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Base

    In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.

  2. 2

    Add Rice

    Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.

  3. 3

    Add Broth Gradually

    Begin adding the broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until the liquid is nearly absorbed before adding more.

  4. 4

    Finish Risotto

    Continue adding broth and stirring until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.

Cooking the Trout and Scallops

  1. 5

    Sear the Scallops

    In a separate pan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, and sear for 2-3 minutes each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

  2. 6

    Cook the Trout

    In the same pan, add the trout fillets skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and the fish is cooked through. Flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Vegetable Preparation

  1. 7

    Blanch seasonal vegetables in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to ice water to stop cooking. Drain and set aside.

Sundried Tomato Gremolata

  1. 8

    In a small bowl, mix chopped sundried tomatoes, parsley, and lemon zest. Set aside.

Assembly

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Spoon the risotto onto plates, top with trout fillet, seared scallops, and seasonal vegetables. Garnish with sundried tomato gremolata.

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