Panfried lake trout and peppers

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4Lake trout steaks
1tablespoonOlive oil
1Red, yellow and green bell peppers; slivered
1mediumOnion *
2clovesGarlic; minced
1tablespoonWine vinegar
cupDry white wine
½teaspoonDried thyme; or tarragon
1pinchCayenne
Salt and pepper
Fresh parsley; or dill, chopped

Directions

* Slice peeled onion vertically from stem to root to obtain slices of what is called crescent fans in oriental cookery.

Heat the oil in a large skillet and saute the peppers, onion and garlic over medium high heat for 1-2 minute, stirring constantly. Add the vinegar; cook 1 min. more, still stirring. Remove and set aside.

Saute the trout steaks 1 min; turn and cook another min. Add the wine. Sprinkle the fish with thyme or tarragon, cayenne, salt and pepper; spoon the peppers and onions over the fish. Cover and simmer for 5-6 min. Sprinkle with parsley or dill and serve.

Jim Weller

Submitted By JIM WELLER On 12-27-95