Lemon Sauteed Flounder
Elevate your seafood game with this quick and flavorful Lemon Sautéed Flounder recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and gourmet appeal that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Tender flounder fillets are lightly dredged in a seasoned flour mixture and pan-seared to golden perfection in a medley of olive oil and butter. The star of the dish is the zesty lemon-garlic sauce, enhanced with the option of briny capers for an added pop of flavor. A sprinkle of fresh parsley ties everything together, making it a stunning dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious. This light yet satisfying meal pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Perfectly balanced and bursting with bright, fresh flavors, Lemon Sautéed Flounder is your new go-to seafood favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Flounder fillets
- 1 whole Fresh lemon
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Capers (optional)
Instructions
Pat the flounder fillets dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
Dredge each fillet lightly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, and set aside on a plate.
Juice the lemon into a small bowl, then finely mince the garlic and chop the parsley. Keep these ingredients nearby for easy access during cooking.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add the olive oil and unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt and become lightly foamy.
Working in batches if needed, place the floured fillets into the skillet. Sauté each side for 2-3 minutes, or until the fish is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets and transfer them to a serving plate. Keep warm.
Lower the heat slightly, then add the minced garlic to the skillet. Stir for 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the lemon juice to the skillet and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
If using, stir in the capers at this stage for an extra burst of flavor.
Remove the skillet from heat and pour the lemon sauce over the sautéed flounder fillets.
Sprinkle the fresh chopped parsley over the top for garnish.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.6 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 254 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 3787 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.9 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 89.5 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1146 mg | 24% | |
*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.
