Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole fish (such as trout or snapper)
- 2 cups animal fat (such as lard or duck fat)
- 2 tablespoons sea salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 lemon (sliced)
- Fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Clean the fish and pat it dry.
- Season the fish with sea salt and black pepper, both inside and out.
- Stuff the cavity of the fish with lemon slices and fresh herbs.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, melt the animal fat over medium heat.
- Once the fat is hot, carefully place the fish into the skillet.
- Roast the fish in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
- Remove the fish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the fish is scaled and cleaned properly before cooking.
- Feel free to experiment with different herbs and seasonings based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg