Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 4
Inspired by traditional foraging and fire-cooking techniques, this Acorn & Sage Crusted Trout brings together the nutty richness of ground acorns with the aromatic warmth of sage. The delicate trout is coated in a crispy, earthy crust, pan-seared to golden perfection, and served with a light, citrusy finish. A dish that beautifully balances wild flavors and Indigenous culinary heritage. 🌾🔥
Ingredients For Acorn & Sage Crusted Trout 🌿
🔥For the Trout:
☑ 4 fresh trout fillets 🐟
☑ ½ cup ground acorn flour 🌰
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 finely chopped fresh sage 🌿
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 sea salt 🧂
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 black pepper ✨
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 smoked paprika 🌶
☑ 1 egg, beaten 🥚
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 olive oil or butter 🛢
🔥For Serving:
☑ Lemon wedges 🍋
☑ Toasted pine nuts 🌰
☑ Microgreens or fresh herbs 🌿
👨🍳 Cooking Steps For Acorn & Sage Crusted Trout 🌿
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Acorn Crust
1️⃣ In a bowl, mix ground acorn flour, chopped sage, sea salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
2️⃣ Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
🔥 Step 2: Coat the Trout
1️⃣ Dip each trout fillet into the beaten egg, then press into the acorn-sage mixture, coating evenly.
🔥 Step 3: Pan-Sear to Perfection
1️⃣ Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2️⃣ Place the coated trout fillets skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
3️⃣ Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
🔥 Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
1️⃣ Plate the trout and garnish with toasted pine nuts, fresh microgreens, and lemon wedges.
2️⃣ Drizzle with extra olive oil for a rich, nutty finish.
Crispy, aromatic, and infused with the wild flavors of acorn and sage, this dish is a celebration of traditional ingredients. Whether cooked over an open fire or on a stovetop, it’s a delicious way to bring nature’s bounty to the table.
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