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Pastrmka na žaru s povrćem

Grilled trout, a popular dish along Croatia's coast and rivers, seasoned simply and served with grilled seasonal vegetables.

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings2
DifficultyEasy
Pastrmka na žaru s povrćem - Croatia traditional dish

🧂 Ingredients

  • 2 each Whole trout(cleaned, about 300-400g each)
  • 4 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 medium Lemon(half for juice, half for slices)
  • 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 medium Zucchini(sliced)
  • 1 medium Bell pepper(any color, sliced)
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
  • 0.5 medium Red onion(sliced)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

    💡 Tip: Clean grill grates well
  2. 2

    Score the trout on both sides with a few diagonal cuts. Season the cavity and the outside of the fish with salt and pepper.

    💡 Tip: Scoring helps heat penetrate and allows seasoning to reach the flesh
  3. 3

    Stuff the cavities of the trout with lemon slices, garlic, and parsley.

  4. 4

    Toss the prepared vegetables (zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion) with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place them on a grill basket or directly on the grill grates.

  5. 5

    Brush the trout with the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil. Place the trout directly on the grill.

  6. 6

    Grill the trout for about 8-10 minutes per side, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Grill the vegetables until tender and slightly charred.

  7. 7

    Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the grilled trout and vegetables before serving.

    💡 Tip: Serve immediately

💡 Pro Tips

  • Ensure the trout is fresh for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the fish; it should be moist and flaky.
  • Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or thyme.

🔄 Variations

  • Stuff the trout with a sprig of rosemary and a slice of orange.
  • Serve with a side of boiled potatoes drizzled with olive oil.

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