Best 3 Mediterranean Fish Flounder Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with our exquisite Mediterranean Fish Flounder recipes. These dishes capture the vibrant flavors and healthy essence of Mediterranean cuisine, showcasing the versatility of flounder fish. From the classic pan-fried flounder with a delectable lemon-herb sauce to the aromatic baked flounder with Mediterranean vegetables, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Discover the secrets of creating a flavorful fish stock using flounder bones, and explore creative ways to prepare flounder fillets, including a refreshing ceviche and a zesty fish soup. Indulge in the authentic flavors of the Mediterranean, and elevate your seafood cooking skills with these remarkably easy-to-follow recipes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MEDITERRANEAN FLOUNDER



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Wonderful one-dish meal, low in fat and calories. This is also great with 1 cup of zucchini thrown in while sauteing onion. From the 300-calorie One-Dish Meal Cookbook.

Provided by TheGrumpyChef

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

cooking spray
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced yellow onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup chopped fresh tomato
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3/8 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 drops hot sauce
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 lb flounder fillets
6 ounces angel hair pasta, cooked
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Coat a 10-inch ovenproof nonstick skillet with a low-calorie cooking spray.
  • Add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion, garlic, and celery and cook about 3 minutes. Add tomato, capers, parsley, salt, black pepper, hot sauce, wine, water, and oregano. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover tightly, and simmer 5-6 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  • Add fish and spoon sauce over it.
  • Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until fish is opaque in the center.
  • Remove fish to a serving platter. Arrange pasta around fish. Sprinkle pasta with Parmesan cheese and a bit of black pepper, if desired.

MEDITERRANEAN FISH (FLOUNDER)



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You can use any firm fish for this recipe- I have used flounder-aka sole, mahi mahi, halibut and tilapia. It makes a wonderfully easy baked fish with tomatoes, kalamata olives, caper, onions and white wine. It is my absolute favorite way to make fish! I got the recipe from here but do not see it posted anymore so I will added it again for everyone to enjoy- it is SO EASY and SO GOOD!

Provided by kda949

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 roma tomatoes, chopped or 1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 pinch italian seasoning
1/4 cup white wine
24 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
4 tablespoons capers
1 teaspoon lemon juice, fresh perfered
6 leaves fresh basil, chopped
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 lb mahi mahi (any firm fish) or 1 lb tilapia fillet (any firm fish)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Prepare tomatoes if using fresh by plunging them into boiling water, imediately removing them to a bowl of ice water and peeling the skins. Or you can chop them with the skins on or use canned- it is a person preference thing.
  • heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onions and saute until tender. Add garlic and Italian seasoning, stirring to combine. Add tomatoes and cook until tender. Mix in wine, olives, capers, lemon juice and half of the basil. If fresh basil- if fresh basil is not available add a couple teaspoons of dried basil-fresh is always better though. Reduce heat, blend in Parmesan cheese and cook until the mixture is hot and bubbly. If you prefer a thick sauce you can cook until the sauce has reduced to a thick sauce, about 15 minutes.
  • Place fish in a shallow baking dish. Cover with the sauce mixture and bake in preheated oven 15-20 minutes depending on the fish used. Fish should flake easily with a fork when done, except for the mahi mahi which flakes when done, just not easily.

FLOUNDER MEDITERRANEAN



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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

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest flounder fillets you can find. Look for fillets that are firm to the touch and have a mild, briny smell.
  • Pat the flounder fillets dry before cooking to help them crisp up.
  • Season the flounder fillets generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to taste.
  • Cook the flounder fillets over medium heat until they are cooked through. The fish should be opaque and flake easily with a fork.
  • Serve the flounder fillets immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Mediterranean flounder is a delicious and healthy dish that is easy to make. With its mild flavor and flaky texture, flounder is a versatile fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you are baking, pan-frying, or grilling flounder, there are endless possibilities for creating a delicious meal. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give Mediterranean flounder a try. You won't be disappointed!

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