South Asian Spiced Trout with Almonds

Ingredients

In this South Asian adaptation, the traditional French Trout Amandine is transformed by incorporating a blend of aromatic South Asian spices such as cumin, turmeric, and coriander. The addition of these spices adds a vibrant and exotic flavor profile to the dish, while still maintaining the classic combination of trout and almonds. We alse have the original recipe for Trout Amandine, so you can check it out.

• 4 trout fillets (about 6 ounces/170g each) 4 trout fillets (about 6 ounces/170g each)
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup (60g) sliced almonds, toasted 1/2 cup (60g) sliced almonds, toasted
• Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 3g, 1g
• Protein: 32g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a small bowl, mix together the cumin powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt.
2. 2.
   Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the trout fillets.
3. 3.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. 4.
   Add the trout fillets to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. 5.
   Remove the trout fillets from the skillet and transfer them to a serving platter.
6. 6.
   Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the trout fillets.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
8. 8.
   Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Trout fillets — Make sure to choose fresh trout fillets with firm flesh. If trout is not available, you can substitute it with any other white fish such as tilapia or cod.
• Sliced almonds — Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they turn golden brown and become fragrant. Keep an eye on them as they can burn quickly.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spice mixture.
• Serve the spiced trout with steamed basmati rice and a side of cucumber raita for a complete South Asian meal.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of red chili powder in the spice mixture.
• To ensure even cooking, make sure the trout fillets are of similar thickness.
• Experiment with different types of nuts such as cashews or pistachios for a unique twist.

Serving advice

Serve the South Asian Spiced Trout with Almonds as a main course, accompanied by steamed rice or naan bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for a pop of color and freshness.

Presentation advice

Arrange the spiced trout fillets on a platter, with the toasted almonds sprinkled over the top. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves for an elegant touch. Serve with a side of steamed basmati rice and a dollop of cucumber raita for a visually appealing and delicious presentation.