Delight your taste buds with the elegant yet easy-to-make Flounder Ilena, a dish that combines golden, crispy pan-fried flounder fillets with a luscious lemon-butter sauce. Perfectly seasoned with a Parmesan-panko crust, this flounder recipe delivers a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the tender, flaky fish. Finished with a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice, a touch of chicken broth, and the option to include briny capers, the sauce elevates this seafood favorite to gourmet status. Ready in just 35 minutes, Flounder Ilena is ideal for weeknight dinners or sophisticated entertaining. Serve this mouthwatering dish with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a quick, flavorful recipe rich in texture and taste!
Pat the flounder fillets dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a shallow dish, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.
In a second shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
In a third shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
Dredge each flounder fillet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Place the coated fillets on a plate and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and the olive oil over medium heat.
Cook the breaded fillets in the skillet for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and keep them warm.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add the lemon juice and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.
Optional: Stir in capers for an extra burst of flavor.
Pour the lemon-butter sauce over the cooked flounder fillets and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Calories |
1768 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 107.5 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.1 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 735 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 4654 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 118.3 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.4 mcg | 72% | |
| Calcium | 680 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1238 mg | 26% | |
*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.