Truite aux Amandes

Truite aux Amandes is a delightful French dish that features tender trout fillets sautéed in butter and topped with a crunchy almond crust. This low-carb version is not only flavorful but also light, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Trout fillets - 2 x 150g
• Unsalted butter - 50g
• Almonds, sliced - 50g
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large skillet, melt 25g of butter over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Season the trout fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
4. Place the trout fillets in the skillet, skin side down, and cook for 5-6 minutes until the skin is crispy.
5. Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
6. Remove the trout from the skillet and place on a serving plate.
7. In the same skillet, add the remaining 25g of butter and the sliced almonds.
8. Toast the almonds for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, stirring frequently.
9. Remove from heat, add lemon juice and chopped parsley, and mix well.
10. Spoon the almond mixture over the cooked trout fillets and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
• High in protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.

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