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Dover Sole a la Meuniere

Cultural Context

Dover Sole à la Meunière is a classic French dish that showcases the delicate flavor of the sole, a prized fish from the waters of Europe. Traditionally prepared by pan-frying in butter, this dish highlights the French culinary technique of 'meunière,' which refers to the way flour is used to coat the fish before cooking. It is often served with a simple lemon and caper sauce, making it a beloved choice in bistros and fine dining alike. Today, variations can be found in seafood restaurants worldwide, often featuring different types of fish but maintaining the essence of the original preparation.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 pieces fresh Dover sole
3 lemons
1/2 grapefruit
lemon zest
fresh parsley chopped fine
flour
salt
pepper
3 tablespoons butter

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat.

dover sole

💰Cheaper: flounder

Flounder is a more affordable white fish.

1

Pat the sole dry and sprinkle with salt.

2

Mix flour, salt, and pepper together and spread on a plate.

3

Dredge the fish in the flour mixture.

4

Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a skillet until golden brown.

5

Place the dredged fish into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes on one side.

6

Gently turn the fish over and add 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, 2 teaspoons of parsley, plus a little salt and pepper.

7

Cook for an additional 2 minutes until done.

8

Keep the cooked fish warm in the oven while making the next batch.

Cooking Techniques

dredgingsautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletovenplate

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishmilkwheat

Also Known As

Sole Meuniere
Local Name: Sole de Douvres meunière

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