**Savory Sauteed Flounder with Seasoned Brown Butter: A Symphony of Flavors**
Embark on a culinary journey with our sauteed flounder recipe, an exquisite dish that tantalizes taste buds with its delicate texture and rich flavors. Pan-seared to perfection, the flounder fillets are enveloped in a luscious seasoned brown butter sauce, a harmonious blend of aromatic herbs, tangy lemon, and a hint of garlic that elevates the fish to new heights. Accompanying the flounder are two delectable accompaniments: a vibrant sauteed spinach and a medley of roasted vegetables, each adding their own unique touch to this delectable meal.
PAN-ROASTED FISH FILLETS WITH HERB BUTTER
A blast of heat in a cast-iron pan and a basting of golden butter does wonders for plain fish fillets. This life-changing method is adopted from a former chef and current fishmonger, Mark Usewicz of Mermaid's Garden in Brooklyn, who also teaches cooking classes in topics like "How to Cook Fish in a New York City Apartment." The cooking time is so short that the smell - which, if your fish is fresh and not funky, should not be overpowering - will dissipate quickly. And in the meantime, you have an easy dinner of tender fish with a toothsome crust, anointed with nutty, lemony brown butter and perfumed with herbs. You can use virtually any fish fillet, skin on or off, as long as it is not too thick. If the butter is browning too fast, reduce the heat and add a nut of cold butter to prevent scorching, or squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, main course
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pat fillets dry with a paper towel. Season on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat a heavy 10-inch nonstick or cast-iron skillet over high heat. When the pan is hot, add the oil. Place the fillets in the pan, skin side down (if applicable), laying them down away from your body. If fillets have skin, press down gently with a spatula for about 20 seconds to prevent curling.
- Lower heat to medium and let sizzle until fish is golden and caramelized around edges, about 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully flip fillets and add butter and thyme to pan. Tilt pan slightly to let the melted butter pool at one end. Use a spoon to baste the fish with the pooled butter. Continue basting until golden all over and cooked through, 45 to 90 seconds more, depending on the thickness of your fish. Serve immediately with chopped parsley (if using) and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 461, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 471 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 1 gram
PAN-FRIED FLOUNDER
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
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.
SAUTEED FLOUNDER WITH SEASONED BROWN BUTTER
Steps:
- Pat fillets dry, season with salt and pepper and dredge in flour and shake off excess flour. In a measuring cup, melt butter in microwave. Heat non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Pour in clear butter and leave milk solids in measuring cup. Place fish in hot butter and cook until golden. Flip fillet and cook other side until golden. Remove golden fish to paper towels to drain. In a small skillet, heat butter over medium high heat until milk solids begin to brown. Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Drizzle browned butter over fillet and serve immediately.
FLOUNDER WITH BROWN BUTTER, LEMON AND TARRAGON
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
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
Tips:
- For perfectly cooked flounder, use a fish spatula to gently flip the fillets once during cooking. This will prevent the fish from breaking apart. - If you don't have seasoned brown butter on hand, you can make it by browning unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it turns a light golden brown. Then, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in your favorite seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and lemon zest. - Serve sauteed flounder with various sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, rice pilaf, or a simple green salad. - For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill, before serving.Conclusion:
Sauteed flounder with seasoned brown butter is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for any occasion. With its crispy skin and tender, flaky flesh, flounder is a great fish to cook for both beginners and experienced chefs alike. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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