The fish delivers much of what people love about salmon with similar pink flesh, rich flavour and omega-3 fatty acids
Many of us are creatures of habit. As much as we like to think of ourselves as adventurous, the truth is that when it comes to food, we often stick to what we’re familiar with. Statistics consistently show that, in terms of fish, this usually means tuna, salmon, cod, haddock and prawns. Salmon’s reputation, in particular, is well earned. It’s loaded with omega-3 fatty acids – essential for brain health – and it’s undeniably tasty.
However, while incredibly delicious, these types of fish come with a hefty price tag in supermarkets. What used to be a regular weeknight meal has quietly transformed into a luxury. Fortunately, professional chef and food expert Anne Wolf at Simply Recipes suggests that trout is the best alternative.
She noted that “trout delivers much of what people love about salmon at a fraction of the price.”
Anne added: “With similar pink flesh, rich flavour, comparable protein, and a good dose of omega-3 fatty acids, trout is an easy, budget-friendly stand-in.”
Trout bears a strong resemblance to salmon, and that’s not coincidental. They both belong to the Salmonidae family, and Steelhead trout, like salmon, grow and mature in the ocean, reports the Express.
The chef pointed out: “Their richer, buttery flavour is so similar to salmon that steelhead trout are sometimes sold as ‘steelhead salmon’.”
Compared to salmon, trout are smaller and have a more delicate taste, with a hint of sweetness.
They are also less oily than salmon, particularly farmed salmon, which is recognised as the fattiest among its relatives.
Since trout is smaller than salmon, they are typically sold whole, with the head and tail left on and deboned.
Their skin is tender, with tiny scales that are often not required to remove and become crispy when cooked.
To create a stunning presentation, prepare the trout whole, filled with lemon slices and fresh herbs. Alternatively, you can slice the trout into fillets before cooking.
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