Can I use trout fillets instead of whole fish?
Yes. Reduce cooking time to 3-4 minutes per side. Skin-on fillets work best for crisping.
German · dinner
35m
Total time
2
Servings
—
kcal
medium
Difficulty
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FAQ · Things people ask
Yes. Reduce cooking time to 3-4 minutes per side. Skin-on fillets work best for crisping.
Watch closely once it foams. You want golden-brown, not black. If it burns, wipe the pan and start with fresh butter.
Any delicate white fish works—sole, flounder, perch. Adjust cooking time based on thickness.
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