Pan-Fried Flounder With Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Pan-fried flounder with lemon butter sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. The flounder fillets are lightly seasoned and cooked in a hot pan until golden and crispy. The lemon butter sauce adds a tangy and buttery flavor to the fish, making it even more flavorful. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Serve the pan-fried flounder with lemon butter sauce with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

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Ingredients for Pan-Fried Flounder With Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe

  • 1 Flounder Fillets
  • As required Salt And Pepper, To Taste
  • 1 tablespoon Butter, Divided
  • 1/4 Juice And Zest Lemon
  • as needed Fresh Parsley, For Garnish

Directions: Pan-fried Flounder With Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Season the flounder fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • STEP 2.Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add butter.
  • STEP 3.Place the flounder fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.
  • STEP 4.Remove the flounder fillets from the skillet and set aside.
  • STEP 5.In the same skillet, melt more butter and add lemon juice and zest.
  • STEP 6.Cook the lemon butter sauce for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  • STEP 7.Pour the lemon butter sauce over the pan-fried flounder fillets.
  • STEP 8.Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure the skillet is hot before adding the flounder fillets to ensure a crispy crust.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor in the lemon butter sauce.
  • Serve the pan-fried flounder with lemon butter sauce immediately to enjoy it at its best.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover pan-fried flounder with lemon butter sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat the flounder fillets in a skillet over low heat until warmed through.
  • Serve the reheated flounder with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley.
Nutrition
value
399
calories per serving
23 g Fat17 g Protein31 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    23g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Carbs
    31g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    31g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    23g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    156mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    8mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    25mg
  • Vitamin B9
    525mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    7mg
  • Vitamin E
    3mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    44mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    199mg
  • Selenium
    37mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp