Elegant Flounder Meunière: Quick, Nutty, and Flavorful Delight

Experience the delightful flavors of Flounder Meunière, a quick and elegant dish that transports you to a Parisian bistro.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 filets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: French

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

2 filets Flounder or substitute with trout or sole
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour works as substitute
4 tablespoons Salted Butter or unsalted butter

For Flavoring

1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme optional
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh is best
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

sauté pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the flounder filets dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Dredge flounder filets in flour, shaking off the excess, and place in the hot pan.
Cook for about 2 minutes until edges turn opaque, then flip and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
Transfer the cooked filets to a plate and cover lightly to keep warm.
In the same pan, lower heat to medium and add salted butter, swirling until it turns golden brown.
Add thyme and lemon juice, stirring for a minute to meld the flavors.
Plate the filets, drizzle with the brown butter sauce, and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filetCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy your Flounder Meunière fresh for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste, and use a fish spatula to flip the filets gently.

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