Baked Flounder Recipe

Flaky, juicy baked flounder, ready in under 30 minutes! This easy recipe features a creamy, tangy sauce and fresh herbs for a burst of flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 269.8 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Flounder

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How to Make Baked Flounder

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a large baking dish with cooking spray.
  3. Gently rinse two 6-ounce flounder fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Rub the lemon juice mixture evenly over both sides of the flounder fillets.
  6. Place the fillets in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of dried tarragon evenly over the flounder.
  8. Spread 1/2 cup of sour cream evenly over the fillets.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  10. Garnish with 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh chives and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

35g

Carbs

1g