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Spicy Grilled Trout Recipe

Spicy Grilled Trout Recipe
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This Spicy Grilled Trout recipe offers a perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and fiery flavors, ideal for seafood lovers looking for a quick and healthy meal. Whole trout are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, then grilled to tender, flaky perfection. Served with fresh herbs and lemon wedges, this dish is great for outdoor grilling and pairs wonderfully with vegetables or a light salad.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 whole trout, cleaned and gutted
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the trout: Pat the trout dry with paper towels. Rub each fish inside and out with olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Drizzle lemon juice over the fish to infuse it with brightness.
  2. Preheat the grill: Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Oil the grill grates thoroughly to prevent the fish from sticking during cooking.
  3. Grill the trout: Place the prepared trout on the grill. Cook for 4–5 minutes on each side depending on the thickness, until the flesh becomes opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Serve: Transfer the grilled trout to a serving platter. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro and serve with lemon wedges. Complement the dish with grilled vegetables, steamed rice, or a light green salad for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spice level according to your taste.
  • Ensure the fish is well dried before seasoning to allow the spices to adhere properly.
  • If using a grill pan, you can lightly oil the pan’s surface to prevent sticking.
  • Whole trout can be substituted with fillets if preferred; adjust grilling time accordingly.
  • Make sure to clean and gut the trout properly or ask your fishmonger to do so.

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Keywords: grilled trout, spicy seafood, smoked paprika trout, healthy fish recipe, outdoor grilling, seafood main course

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