Barbequed Steelhead Trout
Elevate your grilling game with this surprisingly delicious and easy Barbequed Steelhead Trout. Flaky, tender trout fillets are infused with a zesty lemon-butter glaze, then kissed with the smoky sweetness of barbecue sauce for an unforgettable flavor explosion. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
4 g
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Cholesterol
101 mg
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Fiber
0 g
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Protein
29 g
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Saturated Fat
7 g
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Sodium
221 mg
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Sugar
3 g
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Fat
16 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat (about 350-400°F) and lightly oil the grate. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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2 mins
Place the trout fillets on a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets. (2 minutes)
03 Step
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2 mins
In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, lemon juice, paprika, and cayenne pepper until well combined. (3 minutes)
04 Step
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1 mins
Brush the butter mixture generously over the trout fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. (2 minutes)
05 Step
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10 mins
Carefully transfer the foil packet with the trout to the preheated grill. Close the grill lid and cook until the trout flakes easily with a fork, about 8-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. (10 minutes)
06 Step
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2 mins
Open the foil packet and brush the trout fillets with your favorite barbecue sauce. (2 minutes)
07 Step
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2 mins
Continue grilling for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the barbecue sauce is slightly caramelized and the trout is cooked through. Watch carefully to prevent burning. (3 minutes)
08 Step
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Remove the trout from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and herbs, if desired.
For best results, use fresh, high-quality steelhead trout fillets.
Don't overcook the trout, as it will become dry. It's done when it flakes easily with a fork.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of heat.
Feel free to experiment with different types of barbecue sauce to find your favorite flavor combination.
If you don't have an outdoor grill, you can bake the trout in the oven at 400°F for about 12-15 minutes.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 187 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
Elisha Wuckert
Jun 5, 2025I used salmon instead of trout and it turned out fantastic!
Juanita Kub
Apr 13, 2025This recipe was a game-changer! I never thought to combine lemon-butter with barbecue sauce on trout, but it's amazing.
Brandt Runolfssonbins
Nov 4, 2024I tried baking it in the oven, and it was still delicious! Just as easy and flavorful as grilling.
Estella Leannon
Feb 10, 2024So easy and quick to make, perfect for a busy weeknight. My family loved it!
Garrick Bergstrom
Jul 23, 2023The cayenne pepper adds a nice little kick. I added a bit more for extra spice.