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Fried Flounder Fish Recipe


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  • Author: Maya Marin
  • Total Time: 23 minutes

Description

A classic breaded flounder recipe featuring a three-step coating process (flour, egg wash, and seasoned breadcrumbs) that creates a crispy, golden-brown exterior while maintaining the fish’s delicate texture. The dish is complemented with a homemade tartar sauce and finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon.


Ingredients

To create delicious fried flounder fish recipes, you’ll need the following key ingredients:

  • Flounder filets: 2-3 pounds of skinless filets
  • Flour: 1 cup for dredging
  • Eggs: 2-3 beaten eggs for coating
  • Milk: 1/2 cup to mix with eggs
  • Breadcrumbs: 1 cup, seasoned with herbs and spices
  • Cornmeal: A mix of yellow and white cornmeal for extra crunch
  • Seasonings: Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, lemon pepper, paprika
  • Oil: Vegetable oil, avocado oil, or canola oil for frying

Optional ingredients for tartar sauce:

  • Mayonnaise
  • Mustard (Dijon or brown)
  • Lemon juice
  • Chopped pickles or relish
  • Capers
  • Minced shallots or chives
  • Tabasco sauce (for a kick)

These ingredients will help you achieve a golden brown, crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior in your pan fried flounder recipe. Remember to adjust quantities based on the number of servings you’re preparing. With these


Instructions

Step 1: Prepare your ingredients. Mix breadcrumbs with salt, pepper, paprika, and grated cheese. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with the seasoned breadcrumbs.

Step 2: Pat the flounder filets dry and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3: Dredge each filet in flour, shaking off excess.

Step 4: Dip the floured filet into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.

Step 5: Roll the filet in the seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 6: Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet to 350°F. The oil should be about half an inch deep.

Step 7: Carefully place the breaded filets into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8: Remove the fried flounder and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 9: Serve immediately with lemon wedges and tartar sauce for a delicious pan fried flounder recipe.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Fried
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