GRILLED MOROCCAN-STYLE TROUT

Grilled Moroccan-style trout. Fragrant and delicious, a taste of Morocco in a healthy, omega-3 packed recipe, a great dinner party dish.

Recipe courtesy  British Trout Association

Serves 4

• 4 British trout fillets
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 lemon, (reserve zest and 2 tsp juice for the sauce)
• 1 tbsp ras al hanout
• Small pot of natural yoghurt
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 sprig coriander, leaves finely chopped
• Salt and pepper
• Salad leaves and tomatoes to serve

Method

• Place the trout fillets in a shallow dish flesh side up and pour over the oil, all but 2 tsp of the lemon juice, and evenly rub the ras al hanout onto each fillet.
• Leave to marinate for 5-10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl mix together the yoghurt, ¼ tsp lemon zest and the reserved 2 tsp of lemon juice, garlic and coriander.
• Season with salt and pepper and set aside while you cook the fish.
• Preheat the grill to medium hot.
• Lift out the trout fillets onto the grill rack and cook for 4-5 minutes per side.
• Once cooked through serve with the yoghurt sauce and a crisp side salad

British trout, one of the most sustainable fish we can buy, is low in saturated fat, high in heart-healthy Omega-3 and packed with fabulous nutrients vital for our long-term health.

Oily fish like trout are one of very few foods to provide Vitamin D to support our immune system and keep bones healthy & strong. Trout is so easy to cook; its high-quality protein together with Vitamin A for vision and valuable Vitamin B12, makes it a valuable nutrient-dense yet delicate food, for healthy ageing too

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