France • Main course

Sole Meuniere

Flour-dusted fish finished with browned butter, lemon and parsley.

Savory
Prep15 min
Cook12 min
Servings4

Method

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Pat fish dry and season with salt and pepper. Dredge lightly in flour and shake off excess.

  2. 02

    Step 2

    Heat oil with 25 g butter in a wide skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 03

    Step 3

    Cook fish in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until it reaches 63°C; transfer to warm plates.

  4. 04

    Step 4

    Wipe away burnt flour from the pan. Add remaining butter and heat until golden and nutty.

  5. 05

    Step 5

    Remove from heat, add lemon juice and parsley carefully, and spoon over fish.

Nutrition

Nutrition has not been calculated for this recipe.

Editorial recipe. Preparation may vary by region; not independently kitchen-tested.

Source: BestFoodBook original editorial recipe; not kitchen-tested