Filleted trout roll-ups with salsa

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
poundsLake trout fillet
1cupDiced fresh tomatoes
4tablespoonsMinced onion
1Jalapeno pepper; chopped *
2tablespoonsChopped fresh cilantro
1cloveGarlic; minced
½teaspoonGround cumin
¼teaspoonDried oregano
teaspoonPepper
1tablespoonVegetable oil
1cupTomato sauce
6tablespoonsShredded Monterey Jack

Directions

* If fresh jalapenos are unavailable, sub half a cup of diced green bell peppers and a couple of generous dashes of bottled hot sauce.

Slice trout fillet lengthwise from head to tail to make 4 thin fillets suitable for rolling.

Combine the tomatoes and seasonings and put some of mixture on top of each fillet. Roll fillets, then arrange seam side down in a well oiled baking pan.

Pour on tomato sauce and sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered in a 350 F oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

Jim Weller

Submitted By JIM WELLER On 12-25-95