• 1½ lbs fresh steelhead trout fillet, skin removed
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 brioche burger buns
• 4 slices orange cheddar cheese
• Lettuce
• ¼ cup mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon lemon juice, for quick aioli

1. Prepare the fish. Finely chop the steelhead trout into small pieces. Combine with panko, egg, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Form patties. Divide mixture into four patties. Refrigerate for 5–10 minutes if needed to help them hold together.
3. Make the Halloween faces. Carefully cut triangle eyes, a nose, and a spooky smile into each cheddar cheese slice.
4. Cook. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties about 4–5 minutes per side, or until the center reaches 145°F.
5. Assemble. Stir together ¼ cup mayonnaise and lemon juice. Spread onto toasted buns; add lettuce, cooked fish patty, and jack-o’-lantern cheddar slice.
6. Serve. Tilt the top bun slightly to show the pumpkin face. Serve with sweet potato fries if desired.