Pan-fried Plaice

Plaice is a fish with a delicate flavor, highly appreciated in cooking for its lean and tasty flesh. The recipe for pan-fried plaice is simple and quick, ideal for a light meal but full of flavor. Here is how to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 4 plaice fillets
• Flour as needed for dusting the fillets
• Salt and pepper as needed
• Lemon juice as needed
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic
• Chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnishing)
• Butter (optional, to enrich the sauce)

Preparation

1. Pat the plaice fillets dry with some paper towels.
2. Lightly flour the plaice fillets, covering both sides, then gently shake them to remove excess flour.
3. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat and add the crushed or whole garlic clove to flavor the oil.
4. When the oil is hot and the garlic is golden, remove the garlic and place the plaice fillets in the pan.
5. Cook the fillets for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.
6. Deglaze with lemon juice and, if desired, add a knob of butter to create a slightly creamy sauce.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Plate the plaice fillets, drizzle with the sauce created in the pan, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

You can serve plaice with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh mixed salad. This dish is a perfect choice for those looking for something light without sacrificing flavor.

Trivia

If you want to add an Italian touch, you can enrich the sauce with a bit of capers and olives, which pair well with the delicate taste of the fish.