Best 20 Flounder Recipes

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Welcome to the world of flounder, a versatile and delicious fish that offers a mild flavor and delicate texture. This article presents a culinary journey through various flounder recipes, each highlighting the unique qualities of this remarkable fish. From the classic Pan-Fried Flounder with its crispy skin and flaky flesh to the aromatic Baked Flounder with Lemon and Herbs, these recipes showcase the diverse culinary possibilities of flounder. Indulge in the savory flavors of Flounder Piccata, where the fish is coated in a tangy lemon-butter sauce, or explore the vibrant tastes of Asian-Inspired Flounder with its blend of soy sauce, ginger, and scallions. Whether you prefer the simplicity of Grilled Flounder with Herb Butter or the richness of Creamy Flounder Casserole, this article has something for every palate. Dive into the delightful world of flounder recipes and discover the culinary wonders that await you.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY, EXCELLENT BAKED FLOUNDER



Easy, Excellent Baked Flounder image

This is a great recipe for a night when you're feeling lazy - only a few ingredients, nothing to chop, easy cleanup, and very yummy! My husband announced the fish was 'excellent,' and he's not usually one to rave about food.

Provided by ahnjy

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
4 flounder fillets
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons white wine
3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
1 pinch paprika, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with cooking spray.
  • Rinse flounder fillets, pat dry, and place on the baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk butter and wine together in a bowl; pour over flounder. Sprinkle each fillet with bread crumbs and then paprika.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until flounder flakes easily with a fork, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 90.7 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 313.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BAKED FLOUNDER WITH PANKO AND PARMESAN



Baked Flounder with Panko and Parmesan image

Here's a simple but tasty flounder recipe. Serve with vegetables, a tossed salad, or rice.

Provided by N8TE

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 (4 ounce) flounder fillets
¼ cup butter, melted
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup panko bread crumbs
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch dried thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a large, shallow baking dish.
  • Arrange flounder fillets on prepared baking dish and brush with 1 tablespoon butter. Combine remaining 3 tablespoons butter with bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and thyme in a bowl; sprinkle over flounder.
  • Bake in preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes. Carefully transfer fillets to a plate with a spatula.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 101.6 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 800.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

FLAVORFUL FLOUNDER FOR THE OVEN



Flavorful Flounder For the Oven image

My variation on an already fantastic fish recipe. I just tweaked it to make it easier for myself. I'm all about ease when it comes to cooking these days.

Provided by Lola

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
2 pounds flounder fillets, rinsed and patted dry
¼ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Season both sides of flounder fillets with salt. Place into the prepared baking dish. Brush 1 tablespoon lemon juice over fillets.
  • Mix remaining lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, mayonnaise, and green onions in a bowl; spoon over the fillets.
  • Bake flounder in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Switch oven to broil; broil fillets until the tops are just browned, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 81.9 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 312.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

PAN-FRIED FLOUNDER



Pan-Fried Flounder image

Make your next fish dinner Food Network's Pan-Fried Flounder recipe, and serve it with a bright lemon caper sauce.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 skinless flounder-fillets
Salt and pepper, to taste
Flour, for dredging fish
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 lemon, juiced
1 small bottle capers

Steps:

  • Wash fillets in cold water and pat dry. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dredge fillets in flour. Place oil and 2 tablespoons butter in flat, heavy-bottomed skillet and heat on medium-high until butter melts. Keeping heat at medium-high, cook fish on 1 side about 3 minutes (more or less, depending on size of fillets), until deep brown and crispy. Turn fish and cook on second side, about 3 minutes. Turn fish only once.
  • Remove fish to serving platter. Turn off heat. Into hot skillet, whisk in remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add lemon juice. Pour in capers, liquid and all. Whisk. Pour thin sauce over fish fillets. serve at once.

CRAB STUFFED FLOUNDER



Crab Stuffed Flounder image

This is an easy recipe that my children have enjoyed. They're not big fish eaters either!

Provided by DThomRN2

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 31m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ½ pounds flounder fillets
1 cup crabmeat - drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper
¼ teaspoon ground dry mustard
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon salt
ground white pepper, to taste
3 crushed saltine crackers
1 egg white
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
¼ cup butter, melted
1 egg yolk
5 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon dried parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Rinse the fillets and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Combine crab meat, green pepper, mustard powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, white pepper and the crushed saltines. Combine the egg white and 1 tablespoon mayonnaise. Stir this into the crab meat mixture.
  • Brush the flounder fillets with melted butter. Place in a lightly greased, shallow baking dish. Spoon the crab mixture over the fillets and drizzle with any remaining butter.
  • Bake the fillets at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • While the fish is baking, lightly beat the egg yolk in a small bowl. Stir in 5 tablespoons of mayonnaise. Remove fish from oven and spread this mixture over the stuffing; sprinkle with paprika and parsley.
  • Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees and bake until golden and bubbly, about 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 126.7 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 407.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

FLOUNDER WITH SHRIMP STUFFING



Flounder with Shrimp Stuffing image

The delicious shrimp-herb stuffing makes this fish recipe special enough for company. But it really isn't hard to make, and since our family enjoys fish, we eat it often. -Marie Forte, Raritan, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

STUFFING:
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped
1/4 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon diced pimientos, drained
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon minced chives
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
FISH:
6 flounder fillets (3 ounces each)
5 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, melt butter. Add onion, celery and green pepper; saute until tender. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. Add broth, pimientos, Worcestershire sauce, dill, chives, salt and cayenne; heat through. Remove from heat; stir in bread crumbs., Spoon about 1/2 cup stuffing onto each fillet; roll up. Place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with butter and lemon juice. Sprinkle with seasonings. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

FLOUNDER FLORENTINE



Flounder Florentine image

I discovered this recipe several years ago when I was looking looking through some flounder recipes. Even though we're not big fans of fish, we enjoy this dish. It's tasty, healthy and inexpensive. -Debbie Verbeck, Florence, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 pound flounder fillets
3 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Sprinkle spinach in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with fillets., In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg until blended. Gradually add milk. bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Pour over fillets; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 480mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FLOUNDER STUFFED WITH SHRIMP AND CRABMEAT



Flounder Stuffed With Shrimp and Crabmeat image

I created this recipe that is great served with rice pilaf and steamed vegetables. While this recipe is shown for 4 servings, it is easily halved for two servings, or doubled or tripled, etc. for larger gatherings.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped fine
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 stalks celery, chopped fine
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped fine
4 ounces shrimp, chopped fine (1/2 cup)
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, to taste or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
6 ounces lump crabmeat (or more if desired)
3 -4 tablespoons Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, more as needed
1 lb flounder (8 large fillets)
4 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons lemon juice
kosher salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons paprika
1 lemon, cut into wedges for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F In a sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter. Add the onions, garlic, celery, and peppers. Sauté for 2 minutes, or until the vegetables are wilted.
  • Add the shrimp and season with salt and Old Bay (to taste). Sauté for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and place mixture into a bowl. Gently stir in the crabmeat, then the bread crumbs a little at a time, adding more as needed to gently bind. Set aside to cool.
  • Place equal amounts of filling onto each fillet and roll up. (alternatively, you can place one fillet on the baking sheet, place filling atop the fillet, then place another on top, off to the side, to resemble a pocket of stuffing).
  • Place the fish on a baking dish (seam side down if rolled). Drizzle the fish with the butter and sprinkle with lemon juice. Sprinkle top of fish with salt, black pepper and paprika.
  • Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until fish is cooked thru. Remove the fish from the oven and serve with lemon wedges.

BROILED FLOUNDER (SO EASY!)



Broiled Flounder (So Easy!) image

This is one of the easiest ways to prepare fish. We ate lots of flounder growning up. I say that tongue-in-cheek. We actually did eat lots of fish, but for some reason when she was really little my baby sister declared the only fish she liked was flounder. So whenever we had fish, no matter what kind it was, if somewhat asked what kind of fish it was we always answered, "Flounder (wink,wink)."

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons butter
4 (4 -6 ounce) flounder fillets
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
lemon wedge

Steps:

  • Line a shallow baking pan with aluminum foil. Lightly brush foil with small amount of butter.
  • Arrange fish fillets on foil. Brush fillets with remaining butter. Sprinkle Old Bay Seasoning on fillets.
  • Broil five inches from heat 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Squeeze lemon wedges over fillets.

FLOUNDER FRANCAISE OR CHICKEN FRANCAISE



Flounder Francaise or Chicken Francaise image

I love this tangy lemon flavored sauce. It's quick, tasty and light. I serve it on a bed of buttered spaghetti or rice for my family. I'm a diabetic so I serve mine over spaghetti squash or zucchini. It's just perfect either way. You can use this recipe for chicken as well, just substitute 2 large chicken breasts, cut in half to make 4 thin fillets.

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     European

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
4 large flounder fillets (1 1/2 to 2 lbs)
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon parsley
lemon slices and parsley (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil and 1 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  • Place the flour and all the seasonings in a plastic bag and shake to blend.
  • Place the beaten eggs in a shallow dish.
  • When the skillet is good and hot, put the flounder fillets in the bag one at a time and then dip in the egg. Coat them completely with the egg and place in skillet. The egg should sizzle immediately. If it doesn't, the oil isn't hot enough.
  • Save 1 tablespoon of the flour mixture for the sauce.
  • Fry over medium heat until brown on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Add extra butter if you need to.
  • Remove from skillet, keep warm.
  • Discard any oil left in skillet and add the butter and the 1 tbsp of seasoned flour reserved from the flounder. Whisk until smooth. Add the rest of the sauce ingredients, stirring constantly until well blended. Bring to boil and cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. If the sauce thickens too much, add more water- just 1 tsp at a time until you achieve the desired consistency.
  • To serve place flounder over a bed of buttered rice (or whatever you're using) and pour a little sauce over each fillet. Garnish with lemon slices and parsley.

CRAB STUFFED FLOUNDER



Crab Stuffed Flounder image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield One 4-inch log

Number Of Ingredients 28

Two 10-ounce flounder fillets
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Uncle Bubba's Crab Cake Mix, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Cooking spray
One 1-inch slice Crab Butter, recipe follows
Fresh parsley, for garnish
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
3 green onions, green tops, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
1 egg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 1/2 tablespoons spicy mustard
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
10 saltine crackers, crumbled medium to fine
1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked clean of shells
1/2 pound claw crabmeat, picked clean of shells
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces claw crabmeat, picked clean of shells
2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon seafood base
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle flounder with salt and pepper. Using a fillet knife, carefully open the flounder by cutting along the left and right sides of the seam down the middle of the fish to make pockets. Lay the cut sides back.
  • Stuff the flounder with the Crab Cake Mix, and press the sides down to cover the filling. Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Coat a flameproof baking dish with cooking spray. Place the fish in the dish and bake for 20 minutes. Without removing the dish from the oven, turn the oven to broil and broil for 5 additional minutes. When the fish is done, remove it from the oven. Slice a medallion of Crab Butter and place it on top of the grilled fish. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top for added color.
  • In a medium skillet, melt the butter and saute the onions, garlic, parsley and peppers until soft. Let cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, heavy cream, mustard, lemon juice and mayonnaise together. Gently mix in the saltine crackers and crabmeat. Add salt and pepper, if needed. Set aside to stuff in flounder.
  • Fold the crab, butter, seafood base, and onions together in a medium bowl and mix until smooth. Remove from the bowl and shape into a log on a piece of parchment paper. Roll up and place in the freezer. Reserve for flounder.

STUFFED FLOUNDER



Stuffed Flounder image

Baked flounder with crab stuffing. You may adjust this recipe to fit the size of your flounder.

Provided by Therese

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup butter
½ large onion, minced
1 bunch green onions, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound crabmeat, shredded
¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ cup dry bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter, softened
4 pounds whole flounder - cleaned, rinsed and dried

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large casserole dish or a baking sheet lined with tin foil.
  • Heat butter over medium-low heat in a large saucepan. Stir in onion, green onions, bell pepper, celery and garlic. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally until onions are soft.
  • Remove pan from heat and stir in shredded crabmeat, seasoning, bread crumbs, salt and pepper.
  • Rub flounder skin and cavity with butter. Stuff with crab mixture and place in prepared pan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until flesh is firm and white at the thickest part of the fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 174.9 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 52.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 446.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

FLAVORFUL FLOUNDER



Flavorful Flounder image

"When my grandparents lived in the Florida Keys, Grandpop went fishing every day," recalls Tammy Sanborn of Alto, Michigan. "They ate fish often, so Grandmom had to find creative ways to serve it. The Parmesan cheese in this fast recipe adds just the right flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds flounder or sole fillets
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped green onions
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Coat a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 14 in. x 14 in.) with cooking spray. Place fillets on foil; brush with lemon juice. Crimp foil, forming edges. Place foil flat on the grill (do not seal). Grill, covered, over medium-hot heat for 4 minutes. Combine Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise, onions and salt; brush over fillets. Grill 3-4 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein.

BREADED FLOUNDER FILLETS



Breaded Flounder Fillets image

I use flounder in this recipe, but any fish fillets can be prepared with this tasty coating. It's quick and easy when time is short. -Michelle Smith of Sykesville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 large egg whites
1/4 cup fat-free milk
4 flounder fillets (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, paprika and pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat egg whites and milk. Coat fish with cornmeal mixture, then dip into egg white mixture. Coat fish again in cornmeal mixture. , In a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray, arrange fish in a single layer. Sprinkle with cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 8-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 789mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FLOUNDER MEDITERRANEAN



Flounder Mediterranean image

Flounder baked with fresh tomatoes, kalamata olives, capers, onion, and white wine. Serve with white rice and a green vegetable.

Provided by Martin Kaplan

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 roma (plum) tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ Spanish onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pinch Italian seasoning
24 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
¼ cup white wine
¼ cup capers
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
6 leaves fresh basil, chopped
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound flounder fillets
6 leaves fresh basil, torn

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Plunge tomatoes into the boiling water and immediately remove to a medium bowl of ice water; drain. Remove and discard skins from tomatoes. Chop tomatoes and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; saute onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, garlic and Italian seasoning; cook until tomatoes are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in olives, wine, capers, lemon juice, and 1/2 the basil. Reduce heat, blend in Parmesan cheese, and cook until the mixture is reduced to a thick sauce, about 15 minutes.
  • Place flounder in a shallow baking dish. Pour sauce over the fillets and top with remaining basil leaves.
  • Bake 12 minutes in the preheated oven, until fish is easily flaked with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 63.5 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 777.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CRAB-STUFFED FLOUNDER WITH MORNAY SAUCE AND GREEN BEANS ALMONDINE



Crab-Stuffed Flounder with Mornay Sauce and Green Beans Almondine image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

Salt and pepper
1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
Salt and pepper
Freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup grated Gruyere cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 large shallot, minced
2 cloves garlic
1 stalk celery, minced
1/3 cup dry vermouth
A few dashes hot sauce, such as Tabasco
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 1/2 to 2 cups fresh crabmeat
Salt and pepper
4 flounder fillets, skin off
4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • For the green beans almondine: Place a large pot of salted water over high heat and bring to a boil. Working in batches (to avoid crowding the pot and slowing the return a boil), cook the green beans for about 3 minutes, or until al dente. With a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the green beans directly to an ice-filled bowl and shock to stop cooking. Drain well.
  • Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming and beginning to smell nutty. Add the blanched green beans and toss to coat. Add the toasted almonds and season with salt and pepper.
  • For the Mornay sauce: Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour and mix with a wooden spoon to make a roux--it should look like wet sand. Cook, stirring, for a couple minutes and then whisk in milk. Bring to a simmer, stirring and scraping the bottom and scorners of the pan, and cook for a few minutes. Season with some salt, pepper and nutmeg. Remove from the heat and add the Gruyere, stirring until fully melted and combined.
  • For the crab-stuffed flounder: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, garlic and celery; cook until softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Deglaze the pan with the vermouth and hot sauce to taste, and let cook for another minute. Pour the vegetables into a medium bowl and add the breadcrumbs, thyme and Old Bay; mix to combine. Gently fold in the crabmeat. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Rinse and pat dry the flounder fillets and lay on a baking sheet. Spread the stuffing along half of each fillet and fold over to enclose. Dot evenly with butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes
  • Set the stuffed flounder on serving plates and top with Mornay sauce. Serve with the green beans on the side.

BAKED WHOLE FLOUNDER RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Baked Whole Flounder Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by beach cook

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 to 2 whole flounder
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon paprika
1 ounce dry white wine
3 to 4 thin slices onion
3 to 4 thin slices lemon
Sea salt & fresh pepper
Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • Pre-set the oven to 350°F. Place fish in large pyrex dish. Add salt & pepper. Place onion & lemon on top. In a small bowl, mix butter, paprika & wine. Blend. Pour over dish. Cover, bake 30 to 40 minutes until done, white & flakey. Serve hot with parsley.

CRABMEAT-STUFFED WHOLE BAY FLOUNDER



Crabmeat-Stuffed Whole Bay Flounder image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 1 to 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing the baking sheet
1 whole bay flounder, pocket slit cut in the top of the fish
1/2 ounces canned or fresh claw crabmeat
2/3 cup freshly crushed saltine crackers
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely minced fresh parsley
1 egg, beaten
1 large green onion, white and green part minced and chopped
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning or Lawry's Seasoned Salt
1/4 cup fresh or store-bought breadcrumbs
Paprika, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment and grease the paper with butter. Rinse the flounder; pat dry with paper towels. Place the fish on the prepared baking sheet with head-side up.
  • Starting on one side of the fish, insert a knife horizontally into the slit. Begin cutting, about 1 inch from the head, between the flesh and bone, stopping just before the tail to form a pocket. Cut another pocket on the opposite side of the fish.
  • Combine the crabmeat, saltines, mayonnaise, parsley, egg, green onion and Old Bay Seasoning in a medium bowl and fold together. Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared fish pockets.
  • Sprinkle the fish with the bread crumbs and drizzle with the melted butter. Bake until the fish flakes easily when tested with fork, about 25 minutes.

FLOUNDER WITH BROWN BUTTER, LEMON AND TARRAGON



Flounder With Brown Butter, Lemon and Tarragon image

The flatfish family is comprised of numerous popular fish, including sole, halibut and flounder. But all the various boneless fillets are relatively interchangeable and can be prepared in more or less the same way, adjusting cooking time according to size. These pan-cooked fillets are quick, simple and elegant.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, quick, weekday, seafood, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper
Pinch of cayenne
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 flounder fillets of equal size, 6 to 8 ounces each
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons roughly chopped parsley
1 teaspoon roughly chopped tarragon
A few tarragon leaves, for garnish
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Put flour in a low bowl or pie plate and stir in a generous amount of salt and pepper and a pinch of cayenne.
  • Place a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and tilt pan to coat bottom.
  • Season the fillets lightly with salt and pepper. Dip each fillet quickly into flour mixture, shaking off excess flour.
  • Lay fillets in skillet in one layer. Cook for about 2 minutes per side, until golden. Transfer cooked fish to a warm platter.
  • Leave the heat at medium-high and add cold butter. Let butter sizzle until foamy and brown, but do not let it burn. Add lemon juice, parsley and chopped tarragon and swirl to incorporate.
  • Spoon butter sauce over fish. Garnish with a few tarragon leaves and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 364, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 591 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FLOUNDER FRANCAISE



Flounder Francaise image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs
6 ounces Parmesan cheese
Pinch parsley
8 ounces milk
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
4 (6-ounce) flounder fillets
12 (16/20 count) shrimp, cleaned and deveined
Butter, to taste
Lemon juice, to taste
White wine, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and mix well.
  • In saucepan combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil and reduce by 1/2.
  • Preheat Oven: 350 degrees. Dip fillets in batter and cook in a nonstick pan with a small amount of cooking spray. Cook on both sides until fillets are golden brown. Place fillets on oven pan and bake for 5 to 6 minutes. Saute shrimp with a small amount of butter, lemon juice and white wine. Place on top of fillets and serve topped with sweet lemon sauce.

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest flounder you can find. Look for fish that is firm to the touch and has clear, bright eyes.
  • Flounder can be cooked in a variety of ways, including baking, broiling, frying, and grilling.
  • When baking or broiling flounder, cook it until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  • When frying flounder, use a light oil, such as olive oil or vegetable oil. Fry the fish until it is golden brown and crispy.
  • When grilling flounder, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the fish for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through.
  • Flounder is a versatile fish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.
  • It can also be used in salads, sandwiches, and tacos.

Conclusion:

Flounder is a delicious and healthy fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. With its mild flavor and flaky texture, it is a great choice for people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, flounder is sure to please. So next time you are at the fish counter, be sure to give flounder a try. You won't be disappointed!

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