Baked Trout Montbarry Recipe

Name: Baked Trout Montbarry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 trout (10 or 12 oz. each), washed and wiped dry; salt and black pepper; 1 tsp. finely chopped parsley; 1 tsp. minced onion; 1 Tbsp. minced chives; 1 tsp. minced chervil; 3 Tbsp. finely chopped mushrooms; fresh tarragon leaves; 2 Tbsp. melted butter; 4 egg yolks; 1 oz. brandy; 5 Tbsp. fresh bread crumbs; 5 Tbsp. grated Gruyere cheese; paprika

Servings: persons

6 trout (10 or 12 oz. each), washed and wiped dry
salt and black pepper
1 tsp. finely chopped parsley
1 tsp. minced onion
1 Tbsp. minced chives
1 tsp. minced chervil
3 Tbsp. finely chopped mushrooms
fresh tarragon leaves
2 Tbsp. melted butter
4 egg yolks
1 oz. brandy
5 Tbsp. fresh bread crumbs
5 Tbsp. grated Gruyere cheese
paprika

1
Season the trout with salt and pepper.
2
Line a well buttered baking dish with the parsley, onion, chives, chervil, mushrooms and tarragon leaves.
3
Put the fish on top and pour the melted butter over them.
4
Cover the dish with buttered foil and bake in a 400u00b0 oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
5
Beat the egg yolks with the brandy.
6
Remove the foil from the fish; pour the egg and brandy mixture over them, then sprinkle with the bread crumbs, mixed with the Gruyere cheese and a little dusting of paprika.
7
Return to the oven and bake until the crumbs are golden brown.
8
Serve in the baking dish.
9
The classic accompaniments are large broiled onions and thick tomato slices, grilled, with sauteed mushrooms on each slice.

272

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 trout (10 or 12 oz. each), washed and wiped dry, salt and black pepper, 1 tsp. finely chopped parsley, 1 tsp. minced onion, and more.

Yes, Baked Trout Montbarry falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Trout Montbarry

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Variations & substitutions

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