Cajun Seared Trout with Lemon Butter

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the trout fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets with Cajun seasoning and salt to taste.

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the trout fillets skin-side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy.

3. 3

   Flip the trout fillets carefully and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

4. 4

   Remove the trout from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate.

5. 5

   In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

6. 6

   Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley, and cook for another minute to combine the flavors.

7. 7

   Spoon the lemon butter sauce over the cooked trout fillets.

8. 8

   Serve the Cajun seared trout with lemon butter immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.