Baked Trout with Spicy Almond and Coconut Sauce

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 2
Baked Trout with Spicy Almond and Coconut Sauce
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 whole trout , gutted ( or fish of your choice )
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons tomato puree
1 tablespoon ground almonds
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 teaspoon garam masala
3 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
125 ml coconut milk
1 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons oil
1 small bay leaf
2 black cardamom pods ( optional )
1 inch cinnamon bark
1/2 teaspoon salt
flaked almonds
lemon wedge
fresh bay leaf

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
450
Sugar
3g
Fat
27g
Baked Trout with Spicy Almond and Coconut sauce is a delicious and healthy seafood dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish can be prepared in advance and baked at the last minute, making it a great choice for a dinner party or family meal. The combination of the spicy and tangy sauce with the tender and flaky trout is a delight to the senses. The hints of ginger, garlic, and garam masala in the sauce add an exotic twist to the dish that will awaken your taste buds. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of flaked almonds, which add a nutty and crunchy texture. This baked trout with spicy almond and coconut sauce is an excellent example of how healthy eating can be both delicious and satisfying.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.In a small mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, tomato puree, ground almonds, minced ginger, minced garlic, Tabasco sauce, and garam masala. Mix until well combined.
3.Cut a few diagonal slits into the trout on both sides and rub the lemon juice mixture all over the fish, making sure to get it into the slits. Set aside.
4.In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the bay leaf, black cardamom pods, and cinnamon bark and fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the coconut milk, plain yogurt, chopped coriander leaves and salt to the saucepan and mix to combine.
5.Place the trout on the lined baking tray, top with the coconut and almond sauce, and sprinkle with flaked almonds. Add a fresh bay leaf to the tray.
6.Bake the trout for 20-25 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and the sauce is browned on top. Serve with a lemon wedge and enjoy!

PROS

This baked trout with spicy almond and coconut sauce is a flavorful and healthy meal.
Trout is a great source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and is low in calories.
The coconut milk and almonds in the sauce add healthy fats, fiber, and flavor to the dish.

CONS

The main con of this dish is the time it takes to prepare and cook.
It can take up to 45 minutes to prep and cook the dish entirely.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Trout is an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health and reducing inflammation in the body. Coconut milk and almonds are high in healthy fats and fiber, and have been linked to improved heart health and digestive function.

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