Excellent Moist Tender Flounder Fillets
Experience the delicate, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of "Excellent Moist Tender Flounder Fillets," a quick and elegant dish perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This recipe transforms simple flounder fillets into a masterpiece of flavor with a buttery lemon-garlic sauce, finished with a sprinkle of paprika for a subtle smokiness and fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Oven-baked to perfection in just 12 minutes, this dish ensures the fish remains tender and moist, while the quick prep time makes it hassle-free. Ideal for seafood lovers, these flaky fillets pair beautifully with sides like garlic mashed potatoes, steamed asparagus, or a crisp green salad. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly juicy, these flounder fillets are a surefire addition to your favorite seafood recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces flounder fillets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Rinse the flounder fillets under cold water and gently pat them dry with a paper towel. Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute to combine the flavors, but be careful not to brown the garlic.
Brush the butter mixture generously over each fillet, ensuring each piece is coated evenly.
Sprinkle paprika, sea salt, and black pepper evenly over the fillets. Add a little extra paprika if you'd like a hint of smokiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the fillets are opaque and easily flake with a fork. Avoid overcooking to keep the fillets tender and moist.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Using a spatula, plate the fillets and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides such as steamed asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
923 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 316 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 3523 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 76.6 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 977 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
