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Close-up of the golden, crispy-skinned ocean trout showing flaky texture, smooth roasted garlic, toasted cashews, and red chilli, topped with roasted lemon slices and fresh parsley.

Baked Ocean Trout | Crispy Skin with Roasted Garlic & Chilli Cashew

Annie, Healthy Food by Annie
This oven baked ocean trout recipe is the tastiest and easiest way to cook trout with a stunning balance of flavours and textures. The crispy-skinned fish is incredibly moist, juicy, and tender, served with golden, creamy roasted garlic that melts in your mouth. Crunchy cashews with red chilli add a sweet-spicy kick, while fresh parsley gives a peppery, herbal finish. All these ingredients work beautifully together in one simple, impressive dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Gluten-Free, High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo
Servings 2
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small fresh ocean trout (or rainbow trout)
  • 4 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 unpeeled garlic cloves (or more, as desired)
  • ⅓ cup cashews (about 45g)
  • 1 tablespoon diced fresh red chilli
  • ⅓ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped (about 7g)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ⅓ teaspoon ginger 
  • ½ teaspoon rosemary
  • ⅓ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven
    Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  • Prepare the Fish
    Rinse the cleaned fish under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil with ginger, rosemary, and black pepper. Brush the mixture generously inside the fish cavities.
  • Marinate the Fish
    Sprinkle smoked paprika over the skin and brush with the 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Prepare for Baking
    Place the trout on a baking tray and top each one with a slice of lemon. and scatter the unpeeled garlic cloves around the fish. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake the Fish
    Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden. For extra crisp skin, turn on the grill function for the last 5 minutes.
  • Fry the Cashews and Chilli
    While the fish is baking, heat a small pan over medium heat. Add the cashews and toast them dry for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they begin to change colour. Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and the diced chilli. Continue frying for 2 more minutes, or until the cashews are golden and fragrant and the chilli is lightly cooked.
  • Garnish and Serve
    Remove the fish from the oven. Garnish with chopped parsley, toasted cashews, and chilli. Serve immediately and enjoy every bite.

Notes

Nutrition Facts per Serving

Nutrition per serving: 1 of 2 servings, Calories: 600 kcal, Protein: 50 g, Carbohydrate: 9 g, Net Carb: 8 g, Sugars: 1 g, Fat: 40 g, Saturated Fat: 7 g, Fiber: 1 g, Sodium: 200 mg, Cholesterol: 135 mg

Nutrition Facts Notes

  • High in protein from trout, making it excellent for muscle repair and satiety.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from the fish, which support heart and brain health.
  • The fat content also includes healthy unsaturated fats from olive oil and cashews.
  • The sugar and carbs come only from cashews, making them natural and nutrient-dense.
  • Cashews also add minerals like magnesium and zinc, boosting overall nutrition.
 
These values are approximate and actual values may vary based on the specific brands or type of ingredients used.
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