Ask anyone in Minnesota if they fish, and you have a 99.9% chance that they’ll say yes. After all, we are the state of 10,000 lakes, and you're never far from your next big catch, especially in Northern Minnesota.
From Leech Lake walleyes and Lake Country muskies to North Shore lakers, brookies, northerns, smallies, cats, and everything in between, every angler has their own favorites they love to chase. And at Odyssey Resorts, you’re never far from your next honey hole.
Trapper’s Landing Lodge on Leech Lake is the newest member of the Odyssey Resorts family. And it’s every fisherman’s and woman’s dream come true. Located on the south shore of one of the state’s most productive lakes, the resort offers a full-service marina, boat rentals, Reed’s Pro shop, and guides. Check it out — you’ll get hooked!
Fried walleye is a Minnesota classic. But why not spice it up a little with some Cajun flavors and a dash of Northern gold?
Ingredients:
Your catch of the day (filleted)
Cooking Oil
Maple Syrup
For the Seasoning:
1 ½ Tbs paprika
1 Tbs garlic powder
1 Tbs onion powder
1 Tbs ground dried thyme
1 tsp ground black pepper
½–1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions:
Mix allspices in a bowl
Rinse the fish fillets and pat dry
Coat fish with spice mix on both sides
Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat
Sear fish until blackened, 2-3 minutes
Flip the fish and drizzle maple syrup over it
Sear for another 2–3 minutes or until flaky
Serve with yellow rice.
