Baked Trout in Parchment Paper

Ingredients

• 2 whole trout, cleaned and scaled (400g each) 2 whole trout, cleaned and scaled (400g each)
• 4 sprigs of fresh thyme 4 sprigs of fresh thyme
• 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
• 2 sprigs of fresh oregano 2 sprigs of fresh oregano
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 2g, 0g
• Protein: 34g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   Cut two large pieces of parchment paper, approximately 40cm (16 inches) in length.
3. 3.
   Place a trout on each parchment paper.
4. 4.
   Season the trout generously with salt and pepper, both inside and outside.
5. 5.
   Stuff each trout cavity with a sprig of thyme, rosemary, and oregano.
6. 6.
   Lay a few lemon slices on top of each trout.
7. 7.
   Drizzle each trout with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
8. 8.
   Fold the parchment paper over the trout, creating a parcel. Fold and crimp the edges tightly to seal.
9. 9.
   Place the parcels on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the trout is cooked through.
10. 10.
    Remove from the oven and carefully open the parcels at the table to release the aromatic steam.
11. 11.
    Serve the trout immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Trout — Choose fresh trout from a reputable fishmonger. Look for bright, clear eyes and shiny skin. If whole trout is not available, you can use trout fillets instead.

Tips & Tricks

• To enhance the flavors, marinate the trout with the herbs and lemon slices for 30 minutes before baking.
• Experiment with different herbs such as dill or parsley for a variation in taste.
• For a touch of indulgence, add a pat of butter on top of each trout before sealing the parchment parcels.
• Serve the trout with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
• If parchment paper is not available, you can use aluminum foil as a substitute.

Serving advice

Serve the Baked Trout in Parchment Paper directly on individual plates, allowing each person to open their own parcel at the table. This adds an element of excitement and theater to the dining experience.

Presentation advice

Garnish the Baked Trout in Parchment Paper with fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary sprigs, and lemon slices. The vibrant colors and fragrant aromas will make the dish visually appealing and enticing.