Trout in Almond Marinade with Spicy Strawberry Sauce

Name: Trout in Almond Marinade with Spicy Strawberry Sauce - Diana K.
Ingredients: For the fish: 2 medium boneless trout; 3 tablespoons of lightly toasted almonds; 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder; 1 teaspoon ginger powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 50 ml olive oil; 1/2 lemon. For the sauce: 250 g fresh or thawed strawberries; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 lemon (juice); 1 small red chili pepper (if very hot; use only 1/2); 2 tablespoons chopped basil leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves; 2 teaspoons cornstarch.

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Fish is a delicious and nutritious ingredient, perfect for cooking in various ways. In this recipe, we will prepare a fish flavored with an almond paste, which will give it a special taste and a crispy texture. We start by cleaning the fish of scales, being careful not to damage the flesh. It is important to debone it carefully so that it remains whole, which will facilitate cooking and look spectacular on the plate. After we finish this step, we will score the fish with a knife on top to allow the marinade and flavors to penetrate. In a blender, we will add the almonds, olive oil, salt, cinnamon powder, and ginger. We blend until we obtain a homogeneous paste, which will be used to coat the fish. It is essential for the paste to be well homogenized to stick evenly to the surface of the fish. Once the paste is ready, we will coat the fish on both sides, ensuring it is evenly covered. At the same time, we cut half a lemon into slices, which will add extra aroma and freshness. To cook the fish, we choose a grill pan, which we preheat over high heat. We place the fish in the pan along with the lemon slices and fry for 4 minutes on each side. This cooking method will ensure a crispy crust and a juicy interior. Alternatively, we can use a double grill, which will facilitate even cooking. In parallel, we take care of the strawberry sauce, which will perfectly accompany our fish. We wash the strawberries and divide them into two halves. One half will be turned into a paste using the blender, while the other half will be chopped finely. In a small saucepan, we add the strawberry paste, the juice from half a lemon, and the finely chopped chili pepper. We boil the sauce over medium heat until it starts to bubble. To thicken the sauce, we mix the starch with a little water and gradually add it to the saucepan, stirring continuously. We simmer the sauce over low heat for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Finally, we turn off the heat and add the other half of the strawberries, honey, and chopped herbs. We mix well to combine the flavors. We serve the fish warm, generously drizzled with the strawberry sauce, offering a contrast of sweet and salty flavors. It is an elegant recipe, perfect for a special dinner or to impress guests. Enjoy your meal!