Trout with Pomegranate Sauce
A delicate and flavorful dish featuring pan-fried trout served with a vibrant pomegranate and coriander sauce. This recipe highlights the subtle use of fish in traditional Georgian cuisine.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 medium Trout(gutted and cleaned)
- 40 g Butter
- 1 medium Lemon(sliced)
- 1 medium Pomegranate(seeds extracted)
- 20 g Fresh green coriander(chopped)
- 200 g Cornflour
- 1 tbs Lemon juice
- to taste Salt
- 6 tbs Oil for frying
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Gut and clean the trout. Fill the cavity of each fish with slices of lemon and butter, and a portion of the chopped coriander.
- 2
On a preparation surface, combine cornflour and salt. Coat each side of the fish with this mixture.
- 3
Heat oil in a pan over low to medium heat. Carefully place the coated fish in the hot oil and fry for approximately 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin is crisp.
- 4
While the fish is frying, prepare the sauce: extract the seeds from the pomegranate. Crush them with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and a little salt to release the juice.
- 5
Strain the pomegranate juice into a bowl and stir in the remaining chopped coriander. Let this sauce sit for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6
Serve the fried trout hot, pouring the pomegranate and coriander sauce over the fish.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the fish is thoroughly cleaned before stuffing.
- ✓Adjust frying time based on the thickness of the trout.
- ✓The pomegranate sauce can be made slightly ahead of time.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Other white fish like carp or sea bass can be used.
- A pinch of chili flakes can be added to the sauce for a hint of spice.