We were in Sam’s a couple days ago and bought a pack of huge Steelhead Trout fiilets. We enjhoyed them so much last year when we tried it for the first time, I decided do some on the grill for the Fourth of July. Here’s a nice article on Steelhead Trout if you’re not familiar with this species that is closely related to salmon: Steelhead Trout
I will be doing it this time without the parsley added to the baste since I’m out of parsley, Oh, My! May try it with cilantro or dried chervil today instead. My husband isn’t too fond of salmon but he definitely likes Steelhead Trout! It is, in our opinion, much milder than salmon. The skin of ths fish isn’t as “tough” as salmon skin either, so I actually eat it on this fish, whereas I will not do that with salmon skin unless charred very crisp. When your husband, a lifetime fish hater, asks for seconds, you KNOW it’s gotta be good!!! It is simply DELICIOUS!
This recipe is suitable for all phases of Atkins, all Keto diets, and Primal Blueprint as well. Paleo followers will want to clarify the butter. I like to make fish tacos with any leftover fish that is smoked. 🙂
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb.10oz. (approximately) filet of Steelhead Trout
6 T. unsalted butter, melted
1/3 c. parsley, chopped (or fresh cilantro)
2 lg. cloves garlic, minced
3/4 tsp. my Seafood Spice Blend
VARIATIONS: Use different spice blends in lieu of the Seafood Blend shown. You can also add 1-2 T. white wine to the sauce for a different flavor twist.
DIRECTIONS: In small saucepan/skillet melt the butter. Add garlic, spice blend and parsley. Heat low for 2-3 minutes and remove. Baste the skin side of the fish and let it sit on the counter while you prepare the charcoal fire as for grilling steaks. You want to cook these hot and fast. They will only take 5-6 minutes on a side. When the fire is hot, Place the fish filet on the grate skin side down. Next baste the top side of the fish. Bring leftover butter baste in the house to keep hot on the stove for serving at table with the meal. Using an extra-long spatula gently flip the fish after 5-6 minutes. Grill the second side of the fish for 5 minutes and it will likely be done. You don’t want to overcook or dry it out. Test for flakiness at the thickest part to be sure it is done. Using an extra long spatula (or 2 shorter ones) carefully remove to a large platter. Serve with the extra butter sauce reheated if cooled off (melt more butter if need be). Lovely served with sweet potatoes and a green veggie or salad. My Chipotle-lime “Sweet Potatoes” go particularly well with grilled fish, as does steamed, buttered broccoli or asparagus spears.
NUTRITIONAL INFO: Makes 4 adult servings, each contains:
358 calories, 26.1g fat, 1.32g carbs, 0.20g fiber, 1.12g NET CARBS, 29.2g protein, 80 mg sodium
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