Pan Fried Trout Recipe

Rinse the trout under cold running water.

Pat dry.

Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet on medium-high heat.

Coat the trout in corn meal and shake off the excess.

When the butter is melted, place the coated trout, flesh side down, in the skillet.

Fry 4-5 minutes, then turn and fry 4-5 minutes or until the flesh is golden brown and flaky.

(Trout may be seasoned with garlic or onion powder before frying, if desired.