Description
Delicious Sole Meunière is a classic French dish that elevates any dining experience with its exquisite flavor and elegant presentation. This recipe features delicate sole fillets pan-fried to golden perfection, complemented by a rich butter sauce infused with fresh lemon juice and parsley. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this dish offers a delightful balance of buttery richness and zesty brightness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless sole fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools; you will need a large skillet and paper towels.
- Pat the sole fillets dry, season both sides with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until frothy but not browned.
- Add the floured fillets to the skillet, cooking for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky.
- Remove from heat, place on a warm plate, and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg