Herb Butter for Fish Fillets Flounder Baked or Broiled
Elevate your seafood game with this luscious Herb Butter for Fish Fillets, perfect for flounder baked or broiled to perfection. This quick and easy recipe combines creamy unsalted butter with fresh parsley, dill, chives, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic, creating a rich spread that locks in moisture and infuses your fish with vibrant, herby flavors. Whether baking for a tender finish or broiling for a lightly golden crust, this recipe ensures a perfectly cooked, flaky fish every time. A touch of olive oil adds a silky base, while a slice of lemon on top enhances the bright, citrusy undertones. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for a weeknight dinner or elegant entertaining. Serve your flounder alongside fresh veggies or a crisp salad for a meal bursting with freshness and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 4 pieces Flounder fillets
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 4 slices Lemon slices
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for baking or set your broiler to high if broiling.
In a small bowl, soften the unsalted butter to room temperature.
Finely chop the fresh parsley, dill, and chives, then add them to the butter.
Grate the lemon zest and mince the garlic clove before mixing both into the butter.
Season the butter mixture with salt and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are combined.
Lightly grease a baking sheet or broiler pan with olive oil.
Place the flounder fillets on the prepared pan and spread the herb butter evenly over the top of each fillet.
If desired, place a lemon slice on top of each fillet for extra flavor.
For baking: Bake the fillets in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
For broiling: Place the pan under the broiler and cook for 6-8 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the fish is opaque and slightly golden on top.
Remove the fish from the oven or broiler and serve immediately with additional fresh herbs or lemon wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.0 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 316 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 1199 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 76.5 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 946 mg | 20% | |
*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.
