Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Still Whiskey SteaksBlackened Colorado Trout Recipe

Blackened Colorado Trout Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Herb Oil, Vegetable succotash

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Ingredients

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Herb Oil

Method

Herb Oil Preparation

  1. 1

    Blend the Herbs

    In a food processor, combine fresh parsley, cilantro, dill, and garlic cloves. Pulse until finely chopped.

  2. 2

    Add Olive Oil

    With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until the mixture is smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Store the Herb Oil

    Transfer the herb oil to a jar and set aside, or keep refrigerated for up to a week.

Vegetable Succotash Preparation

  1. 4

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced red onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 5

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in fresh corn, red bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, and thyme. Season with salt and black pepper.

  3. 6

    Cook Until Tender

    Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Trout Preparation

  1. 7

    Prepare the Trout

    Pat the Colorado trout fillets dry with paper towels. Rub each fillet with olive oil and coat liberally with blackening seasoning.

  2. 8

    Blacken the Trout

    Heat a large skillet over high heat until it's smoking. Add the seasoned trout fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until blackened and cooked through.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Serve the blackened trout hot with a generous drizzle of herb oil and a side of vegetable succotash. Garnish with lemon wedges.

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