Best 6 Grouper Francaise Recipes

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Grouper Francaise is a classic French dish that combines the delicate flavor of grouper fish with a rich and creamy sauce. The dish is typically served over rice or pasta, and can be garnished with fresh herbs or vegetables. It's also one of those dishes that seems like it would be difficult to make, but it's actually quite simple. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and impressive meal that your family and friends will love.

The article features two variations of Grouper Francaise recipes:

* **Classic Grouper Francaise:** This recipe follows the traditional French method of preparing the dish, using a white wine sauce and mushrooms.
* **Simplified Grouper Francaise:** This version is perfect for busy weeknights, as it uses a simplified sauce made with heavy cream and lemon juice.

Both recipes are easy to follow and provide step-by-step instructions, making them accessible to home cooks of all skill levels.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FLOUNDER FRANCESE WITH TOASTED ALMONDS, LEMON AND CAPERS



Flounder Francese with Toasted Almonds, Lemon and Capers image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ounces (1/4 cup) sliced almonds
4 flounder fillets, 6 to 8 ounces each
Salt and pepper
3 large eggs
A splash heavy cream
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup dry white wine, eyeball it - a couple of glugs
Handful flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
3 tablespoons capers
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 pound triple washed spinach, tough stems removed, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon grated or ground nutmeg, eyeball it

Steps:

  • Toast almonds over moderate heat and reserve.
  • Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium to medium high heat. Season the fish with salt and pepper. Beat eggs with cream. Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil to the skillet, 2 turns of the pan then add 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces. Dip the fish into the eggs and cook on both sides until just golden, 5 to 6 minutes total. Transfer fish to a plate and cover with loose a foil tent to retain heat.
  • Add wine to the pan and reduce by half, 1 minute, then add 1 tablespoon butter and a handful of parsley to the pan. Stir in the lemon juice and zest and the capers. Turn off heat. Pour sauce over fish and top with sliced almonds.
  • Return skillet to heat. Add remaining 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 more turns of the pan. Add chopped garlic and let it speak by coming to a sizzle. Wilt in spinach, turning to coat in extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Serve spinach alongside flounder.

SUPER GROUPER



Super Grouper image

A super simple broiled grouper fillet recipe for all of you grouper groupies. Fillets 1 inch thick take about 12 to 14 minutes to cook properly. If using thinner fillets, reduce cooking time accordingly.

Provided by Shirley

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon dried parsley
⅛ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
2 pounds grouper fillets
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
⅛ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Combine melted butter and lemon juice in a small bowl. Brush 2 tablespoons of this mixture on a piece of foil placed on the broiler pan.
  • Mix together garlic salt, parsley, paprika and white pepper. Sprinkle spice mixture on both sides of fillets.
  • Bake fillets until meat flakes, about 10 minutes. Brush fillets again with lemon butter and spread with mayonnaise. Sprinkle with paprika before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 146.9 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 44.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 410.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

GROUPER FRANCAISE RECIPE - (3.8/5)



GROUPER FRANCAISE Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by mwalsh2

Number Of Ingredients 10

Oil for frying
1/2 cup seasoned flour (old bay or Cajun)
3 eggs beaten
2 #'s grouper filets
1/2 lemon
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup white wine (pinot grigio yellow tale)
2 tbs butter
Fresh parsley
Lemon slices

Steps:

  • Heat the oil, dip grouper filets in flour, then egg, fry until golden brown. Flip over and cook until golden. Discard oil. Add stock, wine, lemon and butter to finish cooking and make sauce. (Add flour to thicken a little.) Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

BROILED GROUPER PARMESAN



Broiled Grouper Parmesan image

Fresh grouper is my absolute favorite. It is a mild fish and this recipe may entice even those who don't like fish to make it a favorite. The recipe is super easy and can be served with a minimum preparation and cooking time. Perfect for a warm summer evening supper. Garnish with lemon twists and parsley before serving.

Provided by JOANG2

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 16m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds fresh grouper fillets
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 dash hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™)
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Place the grouper fillets on a greased baking tray. Brush them with lemon juice. In a small bowl, stir together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Broil the fillets for 4 to 6 minutes, until they can be flaked with a fork. Remove from the oven and spread the cheese mixture on top of fillets.
  • Return to the broiler for an additional 30 seconds, or until the topping is browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 126.6 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Protein 48.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 389 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

GROUPER PICCATA



GROUPER PICCATA image

Categories     Fish

Yield servers about 4 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-4 large grouper filets
Salt and pepper to taste
1/3-1/2 cup flour
1/4 - 1/3 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/3-1/2 cup chicken stock
1 lemon
2-3 tablespoon drained capers
1/2 stick unsalted butter
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Season the fish with salt and pepper, coat with flour, shaking to remove any excess. Heat the oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet, add the fish and sauté for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes or until lightly browned. Then turn carefully and sauté on the other side for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes or until light brown. Remove the fish and place on a warm platter on the bottom rack in a 200-degree oven. Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for 10 about seconds, then add the wine to the skillet, stirring with a wooden spoon to scrape up the yummy browned bits. Simmer until reduced by half, stir in the chicken stock and the juice of 1/2 of the lemon. Simmer until reduced by half again, adding the capers and simmering for about 1 minute at the end, then remove from the heat and add the butter, stirring until melted. Stir in the fresh parsley, spoon out the sauce over the fish and garnish w/thinly sliced lemon (the half you have left from above).

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.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, ensure all your ingredients and equipment are ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Choosing the Right Grouper: Select a fresh or frozen grouper fillet that is firm and has a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Avoid any fish that appears slimy or has an off odor.
  • Seasoning: Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings to enhance the flavor of your grouper. Some popular options include lemon pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and chili powder.
  • Cooking Temperature: Grouper is a delicate fish, so it's essential to cook it at the right temperature. Aim for an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for flaky, tender fish.
  • Sauces and Accompaniments: A flavorful sauce can elevate your grouper dish. Consider making a creamy lemon sauce, a tangy tomato sauce, or a flavorful beurre blanc. You can also serve the grouper with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Conclusion:

With its mild flavor and versatility, grouper is an excellent choice for a wide range of dishes. Whether you're pan-searing, baking, or grilling, following these tips will help you create a delicious and memorable grouper meal. Enjoy your culinary journey with this fantastic fish!

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