Transform your weeknight dinner into an elegant affair with this Sole with Lemon and Capers recipe by Bonnie Stern. Delicate sole fillets are lightly coated in seasoned flour and pan-seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a luscious sauce of zesty lemon juice, briny capers, and rich butter. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish combines simplicity with gourmet flair, making it a standout choice for entertaining or indulging in a restaurant-quality meal at home. Garnished with fresh parsley and vibrant lemon slices, itβs as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve with a light green salad or steamed vegetables for a refined yet effortless dining experience. Perfect for seafood lovers searching for a quick and flavorful pescatarian recipe!
Pat the sole fillets dry with paper towels and set them aside on a plate.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Dredge each sole fillet lightly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
When the butter has melted and the skillet is hot, add the sole fillets in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the fish is golden brown and cooked through. Do this in batches if necessary, and transfer cooked fish to a plate lined with paper towels.
Reduce the heat to low and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the lemon juice and capers.
Return the cooked sole fillets to the skillet and spoon the lemon-caper sauce over them. Allow them to warm through for about 1-2 minutes.
Transfer the sole fillets to serving plates and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 71.9 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.6 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 246 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 1977 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 63.3 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.1 mcg | 51% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1402 mg | 30% | |
*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.