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Honey and Herb Flounder Fillet

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe for the honey and aromatic herb flounder fillet, revisited with a touch of Italian flair. It’s a dish that combines the delicacy of the fish with the sweetness of honey and the fragrance of aromatic herbs for a surprising result.

Ingredients

  • 4 flounder fillets (about 150-200g each)
  • 2 tablespoons of honey, preferably acacia for its delicate flavor
  • 1 lemon (the juice)
  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • A mix of fresh aromatic herbs (for example, thyme, rosemary, and parsley)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Flour, as needed for dusting the fillets

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
  2. Wash and dry the flounder fillets, then lightly dust them with flour to coat both sides.
  3. Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet and sauté the garlic until golden. Remove the garlic and set aside.
  4. Place the flounder fillets in the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  5. Transfer the fillets to an ovenproof dish.
  6. In a bowl, mix the honey with the lemon juice, a pinch of salt and black pepper, and the finely chopped aromatic herbs.
  7. Pour the honey and herb mixture over the flounder fillets in the baking dish.
  8. Bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the flounder is cooked through.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and a slice of lemon.

Curiosity

The flounder is a very versatile fish in the kitchen, its white and soft flesh lends itself well to simple cooking methods as well as to marinades or baking as in this case. The use of honey in combination with fish is not a common practice in all cuisines but offers a fascinating contrast in flavors that evokes the union between sea and land, particularly suitable for the culinary pairings of modern cuisine.

I hope this dish adds a touch of creativity to your menu! If you’d like to pair it with a wine, I suggest a light and fragrant white, such as a Verdicchio or a Sauvignon Blanc, which can balance the sweetness of the honey without overpowering the delicate flavor of the flounder.

Honey and Herb Flounder Fillet