Salt-Crusted Trout

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

An Elegant Dish that is Easy to Make: Salt-Crusted Trout Recipe

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 whole trout , 1 to 2 lb
	fresh dill sprigs , thin slices of garlic or shallot , thin slices of lemon
	1 teaspoon olive oil
	4 1/2 cups kosher salt
	3 egg whites
	1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp . water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-4

Calories

340

Sugar

Fat

Salt-crusted trout is a delicious and elegant dish that is easy to prepare. This recipe creates a crispy and salty crust that seals in the moisture and flavor of the trout, resulting in tender and juicy meat. The fresh herbs and lemon add a burst of bright flavor that complements the fish. This dish is perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress guests. It pairs well with a crisp white wine and a side of roasted vegetables.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 450°F.
2.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and brush with olive oil.
3.	In a large bowl, whisk egg whites and 1/4 cup water until frothy.
4.	Add in kosher salt and the remaining 2 tbsp of water, mixing until the consistency of wet sand.
5.	Place the trout on the prepared baking sheet and stuff it with fresh dill sprigs, thin slices of garlic or shallot, and thin slices of lemon.
6.	Cover the trout with the salt mixture, pressing down until the trout is completely covered.
7.	Bake the trout for 20-25 minutes.
8.	Remove the trout from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before cracking open the salt crust.

PROS

The salt crust helps keep the trout moist and adds a subtle but delicious salty flavor.

This recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

It presents very elegantly, making it perfect for serving to dinner guests.

CONS

The salt crust creates a lot of waste and can be a bit messy to clean up.

Removing the salt crust can be a bit challenging and requires some effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Trout is a good source of high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, both of which are essential for good health.
The fresh dill and lemon used in this recipe add vitamins and antioxidants to the dish.