Trout Meunière, Old Style

Health score
37%
Trout Meunière, Old Style
45 min.
6
648kcal

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If you're looking to indulge in a classic dish that encapsulates the soul of New Orleans cuisine, look no further than Trout Meunière, Old Style. This delightful recipe brings together the rich flavors of speckled trout fillets and a luscious, buttery sauce that will transport your taste buds to a lively bayou dinner. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish not only impresses with its taste but also its presentation, served elegantly with fresh lemon wedges that add a delightful zing.

This recipe, originating from the culinary wisdom of Tom Fitzmorris, is a harmonious blend of simplicity and sophistication. It calls for just a few carefully chosen ingredients, allowing the natural flavors of the trout to shine while enhancing them with a medium-brown roux, memorable Creole seasoning, and the acidity of fresh lemon juice. The process of preparing the trout, whether you choose to sauté or fry it until golden brown, is as rewarding as the final dish itself.

A true treat for seafood lovers and a gourmet experience for any home cook, Trout Meunière showcases the art of turning fresh, quality ingredients into something truly special. Whether you're hosting guests or enjoying a quiet family dinner, this dish is sure to delight and satisfy, making it a standout choice for any occasion. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the undeniable charm of New Orleans on your plate!

Ingredients

  • 10 tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoons creole seasoning salt-free
  • 1.5 cups flour 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • servings lemon wedges 
  • servings vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred for frying
  • teaspoon red wine vinegar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 48 ounce trout 
  • tablespoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine the flour, Creole seasoning, and salt in a wide bowl. Rinse the trout fillets and pat dry. Dredge the fish in the seasoned flour and knock off the excess.
  2. Make a medium-brown roux by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. When it begins to bubble, add the remaining seasoned flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture turns a medium brown.
  3. Put the stock into another saucepan and place over medium-high heat.
  4. Whisk the roux into the stock until dissolved.
  5. Add the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and vinegar, and simmer for 3 minutes, then remove the pan from the heat. Keep the sauce warm while you prepare the fish.
  6. You can sauté the fish in butter if you like, but it's more common in New Orleans to fry it in abut an inch of oil heated to 375 degrees. Either way, cook until golden brown (about 2 minutes per side).
  7. Spoon the sauce over the fish and serve with lemon wedges.
  8. From Tom Fitzmorris's New Orleans Food by Tom Fitzmorris, ©2006 Stewart, Tabori and Chang

Nutrition Facts

Calories648kcal
Protein31.74%
Fat52.4%
Carbs15.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.42
Glycemic Load
17.35
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
35.399999825851%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.46mg
Hesperetin
1mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:647.84kcal
32.39%
Fat:37.18g
57.2%
Saturated Fat:15.15g
94.69%
Carbohydrates:25.32g
8.44%
Net Carbohydrates:24.2g
8.8%
Sugar:0.62g
0.69%
Cholesterol:181.71mg
60.57%
Sodium:402.71mg
17.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:50.66g
101.32%
Vitamin B12:17.71µg
295.12%
Manganese:2.16mg
108.07%
Vitamin B1:1.05mg
69.77%
Vitamin B3:12.16mg
60.79%
Phosphorus:599.77mg
59.98%
Vitamin D:8.85µg
58.97%
Selenium:39.5µg
56.43%
Vitamin B2:0.92mg
54.3%
Vitamin B5:4.57mg
45.71%
Iron:5.09mg
28.26%
Potassium:904.1mg
25.83%
Vitamin B6:0.49mg
24.58%
Copper:0.48mg
24.07%
Folate:89.59µg
22.4%
Vitamin A:1061.88IU
21.24%
Magnesium:59.29mg
14.82%
Zinc:1.77mg
11.78%
Vitamin E:1.71mg
11.42%
Calcium:112.74mg
11.27%
Vitamin C:4.61mg
5.59%
Fiber:1.11g
4.45%
Vitamin K:2.67µg
2.54%
Source:Epicurious