Description
Succulent Garlic Parmesan Flounder brings Mediterranean coastal flavors to American kitchens with elegant simplicity. Delicate fish fillets marry crisp parmesan coating and rich garlic notes, offering a quick, luxurious dinner experience you’ll savor from first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 flounder filets
Dry Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- ¼ cup Italian style seasoned bread crumbs
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) plus 1 teaspoon (5 ml) olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Elevate the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius), preparing a pristine baking surface.
- Meticulously pat the flounder fillets dry and season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on both exterior surfaces.
- Craft a rich coating by blending grated Parmesan cheese, crisp breadcrumbs, finely minced garlic, freshly chopped parsley, vibrant lemon zest, additional pinches of salt, and cracked black pepper in a shallow dish.
- Tenderly coat each delicate fillet by pressing it into the seasoned mixture, ensuring an even, light breading covers both sides of the fish.
- Lightly brush a rimmed baking sheet with of extra virgin olive oil, carefully positioning the prepared fillets on the surface.
- Drizzle the remaining of olive oil over the fillets, creating a glistening protective layer.
- Extract the bright, tangy juice from half a lemon, distributing it evenly across the fillets to enhance their natural flavors.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 18-22 minutes, monitoring until the fish becomes opaque and flakes effortlessly with a fork.
Notes
- Elevate your seafood game with this simple, zesty flounder recipe that brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your home kitchen.
- Ensure fish is fresh and fully thawed before preparing to guarantee the best texture and taste.
- Coating the fish with Parmesan and herbs creates a crispy, golden exterior that locks in moisture and delivers incredible flavor depth.
- Drizzling olive oil and lemon juice before baking helps prevent dryness and adds bright, tangy notes to the delicate fish.
- Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the crisp breadcrumb crust and tender, flaky fish at its absolute best.
- Quick tip: Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature, which should reach 145°F for perfectly cooked flounder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 225 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg