Jul 14 2026
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Rainbow Trout Piccata Recipe

Inspired by The Osprey
Time50m
Serves4

Roasted red potato, brown butter, capers, lemon

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Ingredients

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Fish

Method

Potato Preparation

  1. 1

    Roast the Potatoes

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut the red potatoes into halves or quarters, depending on their size. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

  2. 2

    Bake the Potatoes

    Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through.

Fish Preparation

  1. 3

    Prep the Trout

    While the potatoes are roasting, prepare the rainbow trout fillets. Pat them dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 4

    Dredge in Flour

    Place the all-purpose flour on a plate and dredge each fillet in flour, shaking off any excess.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Brown the Butter

    In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Continue cooking until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma, about 4-5 minutes.

  2. 6

    Add Capers and Lemon

    Stir in the capers, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Let this mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Cooking the Fish

  1. 7

    Cook the Trout

    In the same skillet with the brown butter sauce, add the floured rainbow trout fillets. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  2. 8

    Finish with Parsley

    Once cooked, sprinkle the trout with fresh chopped parsley and remove from heat.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the brown butter rainbow trout piccata alongside the roasted red potatoes. Drizzle any remaining sauce from the skillet over the fish for added flavor.

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