Sole Meuniere

Summary

Description

Ingredients

1⁄2CupFlour
8 Sole Fillets (4 ounce each)
6TablespoonUnsalted Butter
1TeaspoonLemon Zest
6TablespoonLemon Juice
2TablespoonParsley (minced)
2TeaspoonSalt
1TeaspoonGround Black Pepper

Instructions

1.Combine the flour, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a large shallow plate. Pat the sole fillets dry with paper towels and sprinkle one side with salt.
2.Heat 3 tablespoons of butter in a 12-inch cast iron pan over medium heat until it starts to brown. Dredge 4 sole fillets in the seasoned flour on both sides and place them in the hot butter. Lower the heat to medium-low and cook for 2 minutes.
3.Turn carefully with a metal spatula and cook for 2 minutes on the other side. While the second side cooks, add 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest and 3 tablespoons of lemon juice to the pan.
4.Carefully put the fish filets on serving plate and pour the sauce over them. Repeat the process with the remaining 4 fillets. When they're done, add the cooked fillets to serving plate a pour over the sauce. Sprinkle with the parsley, salt, and pepper and serve immediately.