Flounder Baked in Brown Butter
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Flounder Baked in Brown Butter, a quick and elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender flounder fillets are baked to perfection, bathed in a rich, nutty brown butter infused with garlic, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant herbs like parsley and thyme. A sprinkle of optional panko breadcrumbs adds a delightful crunch, while a hint of smoky paprika ties everything together. With just 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, this decadent yet simple recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Pair it with roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad for a gourmet meal that’s as easy as it is impressive. Perfect for SEO keywords such as "easy seafood recipes," "baked flounder," and "brown butter fish recipe," this dish is a must-try for lovers of bold, buttery flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Flounder fillets
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 whole Lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Panko breadcrumbs (optional, for added texture)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil and set aside.
Pat the flounder fillets dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Stir frequently to avoid burning, which can happen quickly. This process should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the brown butter and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then remove the saucepan from the heat.
Pour the brown butter mixture evenly over the seasoned flounder fillets in the prepared baking dish.
Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the fillets and sprinkle the chopped parsley and thyme leaves on top.
If using panko breadcrumbs, lightly sprinkle them over the fillets to add texture and a slight crunch.
Bake the flounder in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. The exact time will depend on the thickness of the fillets.
Remove the dish from the oven and let the fish rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the flounder warm with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables, steamed rice, or a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.3 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.4 g | 227% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 3765 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 80.1 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1042 mg | 22% | |
*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.
