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Deliciously Simple French Sole Meunière with lemon butter sauce and parsley

Sole Meuniere

A quick and buttery fish dish that brings the flavors of a French bistro to your kitchen, perfect for weeknights yet special enough for date nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces sole fillets Ask at the fish counter to skin and fillet for you.
  • 2 tablespoons clarified butter or a mix of butter and oil Use clarified for higher heat tolerance.
  • 1 lemon juice from lemon Added at the end for liveliness.
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Fresh parsley adds brightness.
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Lightly dusted to avoid a thick crust.
  • to taste salt and pepper For seasoning the fish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat sole fillets dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Lightly dredge in flour and shake off the extra.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add clarified butter or a mix of butter and oil.
  2. Cook the fillets for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until lightly golden.
  3. Remove fish to a warm plate.
  4. Add a couple tablespoons of butter to the pan. Let it foam and turn lightly golden.
  5. Add lemon juice and chopped parsley, swirling the pan.
  6. Pour the sauce over the fish and serve immediately.

Notes

Keep sides light and fresh. Enjoy with mashed potatoes, rice, green vegetables, or crusty bread.