Baked Flounder with Lemon Garlic Butter
A simple yet elegant baked flounder recipe featuring a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces flounder fillets Choose similar thickness fillets for even cooking
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For the lemon garlic butter sauce
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice Add more for extra citrus flavor
- 2 cloves minced garlic Can substitute with garlic powder if needed
- to taste salt Essential for seasoning
- to taste black pepper Adjust based on preference
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds depth to the sauce
Optional Additions
- to taste fresh parsley or dill For garnish
- to taste thin lemon slices For additional flavor
- to taste cherry tomatoes Adds color and sweetness
- to taste capers For a briny contrast
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with butter.
- Dry the flounder fillets with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season the fillets with salt, black pepper, and onion powder, then place them in the greased baking dish.
Making the Sauce
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and pepper, simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Remove from heat and drizzle over the flounder fillets before baking.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes per inch of thickness of the fillets, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
Serve with roasted potatoes or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 1-2 days.