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    Rainbow Trout in Foil with Onion, Dill & Lemon Sauce

    • 2 people
    • 12 ingredients
    • 10 steps
    To the recipe

    A simple yet luxurious fish dish cooked over an open fire with pressed potatoes and a fresh lemon sauce.

    Here's how – step by step

    1. 1. Prepare the potatoes

    2. Peel and boil the potatoes over the fire or on a camping stove until completely soft.
    3. Mash the potatoes right before serving – preferably with a fork if you're out in nature.

    4. 2. Make the foil packets

    5. Place two rainbow trout fillets on a sturdy piece of aluminum foil.
    6. Top with the onion wedges, the dill and the pieces of butter, salt & pepper.
    7. Fold into a tight packet and place it in the embers or on a grill grate over the open fire.
    8. Cook for about 15–20 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and the onion is soft.

    9. 👉 Tip: Turn the packet carefully once during cooking so it doesn't burn on one side.

    10. 3. Make the lemon sauce

    11. Heat the cream in a saucepan over low heat.
    12. Add the stock cubes and stir until dissolved.
    13. Mix in the crème fraîche/yogurt, lemon pepper and squeezed lemon.
    14. Let simmer gently for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

    15. 🍽️ Serving

    16. Plate the freshly grilled rainbow trout with melted butter, onion and dill straight from the foil packet. Serve with mashed potatoes and plenty of lemon sauce. A simple but fantastic dish – especially when the fish is self-caught.

    💡 Tips from the forest

    • Bring pre-cut onion pieces and butter in small jars for easier handling by the fire.
    • Want to boost the flavors even more? Try adding a little garlic, sliced carrots and button mushrooms to the foil packet.

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