How to Broil Flounder - A Beginner's Guide to Deliciousness

Broiled Flounder Recipes

Broiled Flounder with Lemon and Herb Crust

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Additional Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 flounder fillets (about 1 lb total)
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps to Cook:

1. Preheat the oven to broil and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the flounder fillets on the prepared baking sheet and top each fillet with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it down gently to adhere.
4. Broil the flounder for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
5. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the flounder rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Broiled Flounder with Garlic and Herb Butter

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Additional Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 flounder fillets (about 1 lb total)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps to Cook:

1. Preheat the oven to broil and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic, parsley, dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the flounder fillets on the prepared baking sheet and top each fillet with a dollop of the garlic-herb butter.
4. Broil the flounder for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
5. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the flounder rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Broiled Flounder with Lemon and Herb

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Additional Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 flounder fillets (about 1 lb total)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps to Cook:

1. Preheat the oven to broil and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the flounder fillets on the prepared baking sheet and brush the top of each fillet with the olive oil mixture.
4. Broil the flounder for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
5. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the flounder rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Cook’s Note:

• Flounder is a delicate, flaky white fish that is well-suited for broiling. Be careful not to overcook it, as it can become dry and tough.

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