Flounder is a broad, bottom dwelling flat fish available year-round at Mac’s Seafood Markets.
A delicate yet firm, flaky white fish when cooked, flounder tastes mild and sweet, and is a great source of niacin and B vitamins.
Flounder makes a quick, delicious meal. Fried, seared or broiled, it tastes equally great on a BLT as it does with a squeeze of lemon. Mac’s favorite prep is pan fried with panko breadcrumbs, dipped in homemade tartar with mayo, pickles and lemon juice.
Pan Fried Flounder with Panko Bread Crumbs
Serves 2 – 4
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Ingredients:
- 1.5 – 1. 75 lbs. flounder fillets
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs seasoned with salt and pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup frying oil (olive oil, vegetable, canola, etc.)
Local Ingredient Source:
Fresh Flounder Fillets – available year-round at your local Mac’s Seafood Market
Preparation:
- Beat the eggs in a large shallow bowl.
- Put the seasoned panko bread crumbs in a second bowl next to the eggs.
- Dip the founder fillets in egg and then transfer to the bread crumb bowl. Cover the top of the fish with more bread crumbs and press gently until firmly coated.
- Do not preheat the pan. Add cooking oil to a cold cast iron skillet, then gently slip the breaded fish into the oil with a slotted spatula. Turn the burner to medium-high.
- Cook for 4 – 5 minutes. You’ll know it’s time to flip the fillet when the edges of the fish turn a golden brown. Cook for another 2 – 3 minutes on the other side.
- Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- Season to taste and serve with chopped pickles in mayo with a squeeze of lemon.
Recipe Courtesy of Mac’s Seafood. All rights reserved.