This simple Baked Flounder with Lemon and Butter doesn’t skimp on any flavor. Use flounder or sole, as we know it, a flat, white fish with a distinct yet subtly flavor perfect to serve the kids.
With the addition of a lemon butter coating and sprinkles of paprika, the taste of this delicate yet substantial fish is going to have your whole family begging for more. Double fry some French fries, serve it with our homemade aioli sauce (see below) and dinner is done in under 30 minutes!
To make Baked Flounder with Lemon and Butter, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat oven to 325 °F and grease a shallow baking dish with oil or butter.
Place fish in prepared baking dish and generously season with 1 tablespoon salt and pepper each.
In a small mixing bowl, combine melted butter, lemon juice and minced onion. Stir to mix well. Pour over the fish to evenly coat.
Sprinkle paprika over the fish.
Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until fish is cooked and flakes with a fork.
In a small, clean mixing bowl, whisk garlic, mayonnaise, olive oil and lemon juice until well combined.
Season aioli with salt, to taste.
Place in the refrigerator to chill until you’re ready to plate and serve.
Garnish fish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges and serve with prepared garlic aioli and side dishes of your choice.
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