For those seeking a main course that exudes elegance and sophistication, look no further than Sole Meunière with Browned Butter Caper Sauce. This classic French dish features delicate sole fillets seared to perfection in butter and then served in a rich, nutty browned butter sauce enhanced with briny capers and zesty lemon juice. Whether you're hosting a special dinner party or simply looking to treat yourself to a luxurious seafood meal, this recipe is sure to impress.
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SOLE MEUNIERE WITH CAPERS
This is a French classic recipe! You'll need sole fillets, which you'll dredge in flour and fry in vegetable oil. For the sauce, just melt some butter together with parsley, lemon juice, and capers. Serve garnished with lime wedges.
Provided by Andrei Gusty
Categories Fish & seafood, French, Main course, nut-free, salty
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the sole fillets between paper towels and press gently to absorb moisture. Season with salt and pepper and coat with flour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the flour coated fillets for 3 minutes on each side. Set aside.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over low heat, add the parsley, lemon juice and stir a little. Add the capers, season with salt and pepper and cook and stir for 1 minute or so.
- Serve the fillets with some sauce on top and garnished with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 683 calories, Protein 29 grams, Fat 41 grams, Carbohydrate 52 grams
FISH IN BROWN BUTTER SAUCE (SOLE MEUNIèRE)
For a fast dinner, try Sole Meunière, a classic French fish dish cooked in a rich brown butter sauce. It only takes 15 minutes to make.
Provided by Meghan Yager
Categories Fish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pat fish dry. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Dredge in flour, and knock off excess. Set aside.
- Heat oil and butter for the fish in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides. Add fish and cook, turning halfway through, until browned and cooked through. This will take about 2-3 minutes total. Do not overcook.
- Transfer fish to a plate. Discard fat from skillet and reduce heat to medium-low.
- Add butter, and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and add parsley, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir to combine.
- Pour sauce over fish. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 fillets, Calories 829 calories, Sugar 0.6 g, Sodium 1555.4 mg, Fat 61 g, SaturatedFat 27.6 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 44.4 g, Cholesterol 253.5 mg
SOLE MEUNIERE WITH BROWNED BUTTER CAPER SAUCE
Mmmmmm....browned butter sauce. Wish I could mainline the stuff, but then it would bypass my tongue and boy, would it be ticked off! Any mild white fish would work here.
Provided by Sandi From CA
Categories European
Time 25m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Season flour with salt and pepper to your preference, then dredge fillets in the mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat 2 tablespoons clarified butter in a large saute pan. When heated, place fillets in pan and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove fillets from pan and transfer to a platter; sprinkle with parsley, then cover with foil.
- Remove remaining butter from the skillet and add the fresh butter. Heat until the butter begins to brown. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and capers. Pour sauce over fish and serve. Garnish with lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.4, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 138.5, Sodium 798.8, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.2, Protein 29.4
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Look for firm, white sole fillets with no brown spots. Use unsalted butter for the sauce, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the sole fillets, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy. Cook the fillets in batches if necessary.
- Cook the sole fillets over medium heat: Cooking the sole fillets over medium heat will help them cook evenly and prevent them from overcooking. Overcooked sole fillets will be tough and dry.
- Baste the sole fillets with the browned butter: While the sole fillets are cooking, baste them with the browned butter. This will help them stay moist and flavorful.
- Serve the sole fillets immediately: Sole fillets are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will ensure that they are hot and crispy.
Conclusion:
Sole meunière is a classic French dish that is both elegant and delicious. It is a simple dish to make, but it requires careful attention to detail. By following the tips above, you can create a perfect sole meunière that will impress your friends and family.
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