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Herb Butter For Fish Fillets Flounder Baked Or Broiled Recipe

Elevate your flounder fillets with this simple yet elegant herb butter recipe! Inspired by a classic 1988 McCormick/Schilling recipe, this dish is ready in under 20 minutes. The fragrant blend of lemon, tarragon, and chives perfectly complements the delicate flavor of the flounder, creating a sophisticated meal that's surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 392.7 kcal
Protein 104g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Herb Butter For Fish Fillets Flounder Baked Or Broiled

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How to Make Herb Butter For Fish Fillets Flounder Baked Or Broiled

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) or prepare your broiler.
  2. In a small bowl, melt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives to the melted butter. Stir to combine.
  4. Place flounder fillets in a baking dish or on a broiler pan.
  5. Pour the herb butter evenly over the fish fillets.
  6. For baking: Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. For broiling: Broil for 4-6 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the top is lightly browned, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

56g

Carbs

0g

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