Orange Braised Trout With Sauteed Spinach


Despite the fancy sounding name, this is a very simple dish to prepare. It's easy enough to qualify as after-work friendly and nice enough to serve at a dinner party. Recipe is from the chicago tribune good eating.

Steps


Heat oven broiler.
Place trout fillets skin side down in a single layer in an ovenproof skillet or pan.
Scatter green onions over trout.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour in orange juice and vermouth.
Sprinkle with dill.
Heat over high heat to a boil.
Transfer skillet to broiler.
Cook until fish is opaque and firm to the touch , about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile , heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add shallot and garlic.
Cook until softened , about 2 minutes.
Add spinach , salt and pepper to taste.
Toss spinach with tongs until wilted and heated through , about 3 minutes.
Remove fish to two serving plates.
Taste sauce.
Reduce briefly over high heat if sauce is watery.
Adjust seasoning as desired.
Drizzle sauce around trout and spinach.

Ingredients


rainbow trout, green onions, salt & freshly ground black pepper, orange juice, dry vermouth, fresh dill, olive oil, baby spinach, shallot, garlic