Flounder with Herbed Couscous is a light and refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. The delicate flavor of the flounder pairs perfectly with the savory and aromatic herbed couscous. This dish is also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy and delicious choice. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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FLOUNDER WITH HERB BLOSSOM BUTTER
Herb blossom butter sounds fancy, but it's really just a prettier, more floral, summery version of herb butter, perfect with any white-fleshed fish, salmon or trout. If you have no access to flowering herbs, simply use chives, thyme and dill instead to make a plain herb butter. Look for herb blossoms at farmers markets or buy a couple of blooming potted herb plants, or ask a friend with a vegetable garden. Edible flowers and all sorts of herb blossoms are also available online.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, seafood, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make the herb blossom butter: Put butter in a bowl. Add chives, chive blossoms, dill, thyme blossoms, mustard blossoms if using, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, lemon zest and lemon juice. Add a big pinch of salt and black pepper. Mix well with a fork until well combined. With wet hands, form butter into a log shape, then wrap and chill. Bring to cool room temperature to serve.
- Prepare the fish: Put flour in a low bowl or pie plate and season with salt, pepper and cayenne.
- Season fish on both sides with salt and pepper. Dip each fillet in seasoned flour on both sides, shaking off excess, and transfer to a large plate.
- Put 2 large skillets over medium-high heat and film bottoms with oil. When oil is hot, carefully place 2 fillets in each pan. (Alternatively, work in batches with 1 pan.)
- Reduce heat to medium and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until fish is nicely browned on one side. Flip fillets with a spatula and cook for 2 minutes more, until fish flakes easily when probed.
- Transfer fish to warm platter or individual warmed plates. With a paring knife, cut herb butter into 8 thin slices and lay 2 slices atop each fillet. Sprinkle with extra herb blossoms, if you wish, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 502, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 567 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 1 gram
FLOUNDER WITH HERBED COUSCOUS
A puree of parsley and scallions mixed with lemon juice and oil both flavors the couscous and acts as a sauce for the fish. The taste of flat-leaf parsley really comes through if you use the flat-leaf variety. Any mild-tasting fish fillets will go well with the relatively delicate sauce. Try lake perch, whiting, croaker, drum, or bass, or of course, any of the flounder family, such as lemon or gray sole. Variation: Flounder with Basil and Parsley Couscous - Make the herb puree with 1/4 cup fresh basil and 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves. Wine: Match the tartness of the lemon juice with an acidic white wine. Try a good-quality Soave or Orvieto from Italy. From African Quick From Scratch Fish & Shellfish, Food & Wine.
Provided by NcMysteryShopper
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender, puree the parsley and scallions with the lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of the oil, 1/4 cup of the water, and 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the remaining 2 cups water to a boil with 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Stir in 3 tablespoons of the parsley puree and the couscous. Cover, remove from the heat, and let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a large nonstick frying pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil over moderately high heat. Sprinkle the fish with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Dust the flounder with the flour and shake off any excess. Sauté the fish until brown and just done, about 2 minutes a side for 1/2-inch-thick fillets. Serve the fish on the couscous with the remaining parsley puree on the top.
HERBY COUSCOUS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 1/2 cups water, the butter and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Once the water is boiling, add the couscous. Return the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, uncovered, for 8 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover the saucepan and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Add the basil, chives, parsley, olive oil, dill, lemon zest and juice to a large bowl. Add the cooked couscous and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, toss to combine.
HERBED COUSCOUS
Steps:
- Bring water, 1 tablespoon salt, and butter to a boil. Add couscous, remove from heat and stir quickly and thoroughly. Cover for 5 minutes. Moisture will be absorbed. Fluff with a fork. Add scallions, Spanish onion and rice wine vinegar.
STEAMED FLOUNDER WITH VEGETABLE COUSCOUS
FLAVOR BOOSTER Everyone knows steamed fish is healthy-the trick lies in making it flavorful, too. Here, flounder fillets are spread with Dijon, rolled up, and cooked atop a bed of couscous and vegetables. A drizzle of vinaigrette provides the finishing touch.
Yield serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 2-quart shallow microwave-safe dish, combine couscous, bell pepper, zucchini, oregano, 1 tablespoon oil, and the water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and microwave on high until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Stir mixture.
- Dividing evenly, spread 1 tablespoon mustard over one side of fish; season with salt and pepper. Roll up each fillet, and place on top of couscous. Cover and microwave on high until fish is almost opaque throughout, about 4 minutes. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes, to finish cooking.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk remaining 1 teaspoon mustard with the vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle fish and couscous with vinaigrette, and season with pepper. Serve immediately.
- (Per Serving)
- Calories: 455
- Fat: 13g (2.1g Saturated Fat)
- Protein: 43.8g
- Carbohydrates: 38.3g
- Fiber: 3.4g
STEAMED FLOUNDER WITH VEGETABLE COUSCOUS
Everyone knows steamed fish is heart-healthy -- the trick is making it appetizing, too. In just 20 minutes, dish up an elegant supper from the microwave. The Provencal trio of red bell pepper, zucchini, and olive oil enlivens couscous; the fish steams in the microwave, ensuring that it stays moist. Finish it with a drizzle of zippy Dijon vinaigrette.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a 2-quart shallow microwave-safe dish, combine couscous, bell pepper, zucchini, oregano, 1 tablespoon oil, and 1 1/4 cups water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover, and microwave on high until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Stir mixture.
- Dividing evenly, spread 1 tablespoon mustard over one side of fish; season with salt and pepper. Roll up each fillet, and place on top of couscous. Cover, and microwave on high until fish is almost cooked through, about 4 minutes. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes, to finish cooking.
- Meanwhile, make vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk remaining teaspoon mustard with vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle fish and couscous with vinaigrette, and season with ground pepper. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 44 g
HERBED COUSCOUS
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, easy, quick, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring the stock and oil to a boil, stir in the couscous, remove from heat, cover and set aside for five minutes.
- Fluff with a fork, fold in the parsley and chives, season to taste with salt and pepper and keep covered until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 350, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 458 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
HERBED COUSCOUS
Try this herb-flecked couscous instead of rice as a side with meat or mixed with vegetables.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots, cumin, and fennel seeds; cook, stirring frequently, until shallots are translucent, about 2 minutes. Add couscous, chicken broth, and salt. Cover; reduce heat to low, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in parsley, sage, and marjoram. Serve hot.
Tips:
- Choose the right flounder. Look for flounder that is firm to the touch and has clear, bright eyes. Avoid fish that is slimy or has a strong odor.
- Cook the flounder gently. Flounder is a delicate fish, so it is important to cook it gently to avoid overcooking. Use a low to medium heat and cook the fish until it is just cooked through.
- Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs add a lot of flavor to this dish. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use less of them.
- Serve the flounder immediately. Flounder is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to keep the fish warm, you can place it in a warm oven until you are ready to serve it.
Conclusion:
This flounder with herbed couscous is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The flounder is cooked gently and the herbed couscous adds a lot of flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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