Baked Flounder with Lemon-Butter Sauce
Baked flounder with lemon-butter sauce is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The delicate flavor of the flounder is perfectly complemented by the bright and tangy lemon-butter sauce. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
The origins of baked flounder with lemon-butter sauce are lost to the mists of time, but it is thought to have originated in Europe. The dish was likely first created by fishermen who would cook their catch over an open fire. Over time, the recipe evolved to include more sophisticated ingredients, such as white wine and butter. Today, baked flounder with lemon-butter sauce is a staple of many seafood restaurants. It is a simple but delicious dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound flounder fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup white wine
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Place the flounder fillets in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  5. While the fish is baking, make the lemon-butter sauce.
  6. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  7. Add the lemon juice and white wine and bring to a simmer.
  8. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. Pour the lemon-butter sauce over the baked flounder and serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The combination of lemon and butter is a classic for a reason. The bright acidity of the lemon cuts through the richness of the butter, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
  • Baking the flounder fillets helps to keep them moist and flaky. The fish is cooked through gently, so it doesn't dry out and become tough.
  • The lemon-butter sauce is easy to make and adds a delicious finishing touch to the dish. The sauce is thickened with a little bit of white wine, which gives it a slightly complex flavor.