Armenian-style Mushroom Stuffed Trout

Ingredients

In the original Catalan dish, Truites de carreroles, the trout is typically cooked with mushrooms and served with a sauce made from the cooking juices. In this Armenian adaptation, the trout is stuffed with mushrooms and roasted, allowing the flavors to meld together and intensify. The Armenian version also incorporates traditional Armenian herbs and spices to enhance the dish's flavor profile. We alse have the original recipe for Truites de carreroles, so you can check it out.

• 2 whole trouts, cleaned and gutted 2 whole trouts, cleaned and gutted
• 200g (7oz) mushrooms, finely chopped 200g (7oz) mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 5g, 2g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
4. 4.
   Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the parsley, dill, paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. 5.
   Stuff each trout with the mushroom mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
6. 6.
   Place the stuffed trouts on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
7. 7.
   Serve the Armenian-style Mushroom Stuffed Trout hot, garnished with fresh herbs.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mushrooms — Make sure to finely chop the mushrooms to ensure they cook evenly and blend well with the other ingredients.

Tips & Tricks

• If you prefer a more intense flavor, you can marinate the trouts in a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, and Armenian spices for 30 minutes before stuffing and roasting.
• Serve the trout with a side of Armenian pilaf or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Armenian-style Mushroom Stuffed Trout as a main course, accompanied by a fresh salad and crusty Armenian bread.

Presentation advice

Garnish the plated trout with a sprig of fresh dill or parsley to add a pop of color and freshness.