Almond & Pistachio Crusted Trout

This low cost meal is a life saver if you’re wanting to add more pescatarian dishes into your diet.
ENTIRE MEAL COST: $12

Start by taking your trout out the package. Rinse. Pat dry with a paper towel then set the fish on your cutting board or a plate. Start with a light olive oil drizzle and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set that aside in the fridge for a little bit while you prepare the crust.

Grab your almonds and pistachios then toss them into a blender. Mince until you get the larger pieces out. Without trying to eat all of them, pour into a mixing bowl for later. This is the first layer for your trout crust. Measure out 1/3 cup of Panko crumb too. Set those aside. Grab your room temperature butter. You want the consistency of creamy peanut butter. 

Spread a thin layer of the butter on the trout, then add a handful of your almond and trout mixture on top of the butter until it’s covered to your liking.

Next, break out your favorite skillet or pan, turn the heat the pan to a medium level, add some olive oil. Wait until it gets hot, add the trout skin down. Let this cook for about 6-8 mins or until the edges turn brown and crisp up. Now this part is up to the consumer, but I’ll flip the trout and you’ll lose some coating - OR - you can toss the whole pan in the oven for an additional 7-9 mins.

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