50 minutes
A delightful dish featuring flounder fillets stuffed with a flavorful mix of breadcrumbs, herbs, garlic, and vegetables, baked to perfection.
Fresh Flounder Fillets, cleaned
each
cups
Mixed Fresh Herbs (parsley, Dill, And Thyme), finely chopped
tablespoons
Garlic, minced
cloves
Mixed Vegetables (bell Peppers, Onions, Celery), finely chopped
cups
Crab Meat (optional)
cups
to taste
to taste
tablespoons
1. Preheat the Oven
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). It's important to ensure the oven reaches the correct temperature before baking the fish, so allow it to preheat fully.
2. Prepare the Stuffing
While the oven heats, prepare the stuffing. In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, chopped herbs, minced garlic, and finely chopped vegetables. If you like, add some crab meat for extra flavor. Mix everything together until well combined, seasoning with salt and pepper to your taste.
3. Prepare the Flounder
Prepare the flounder by gently cleaning it under cold water. If the fillets are thick, use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into each one for the stuffing. This helps create space for the delicious filling without tearing the delicate fish.
4. Stuff the Flounder
Carefully spoon the stuffing mixture into each flounder fillet. Be cautious not to overfill them; just enough to add flavor without overwhelming the fish.
5. Arrange in Baking Dish
Lightly grease a baking dish with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking. Lay the stuffed flounder fillets in the dish, arranging them neatly.
6. Bake the Flounder
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes. At this moderate temperature, the fish will cook evenly, becoming tender and flavorful. You'll know the flounder is perfectly cooked when it flakes easily with a fork.
7. Check for Doneness and Serve
After baking, check the flounder for doneness. The fish should be flaky and opaque. If it easily breaks apart with a fork, it’s ready to serve. Enjoy your herb-crusted stuffed flounder with a side of fresh vegetables or a simple salad.
Select the freshest flounder you can find, with a clean smell, bright eyes, and firm flesh. Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant flavor in the crust.
Season the fish inside and out with salt and pepper before stuffing to enhance flavors.
Preheat your oven and use a thermometer to ensure the correct temperature. Cook flounder at a high temperature to prevent drying.
Butterfly your flounder evenly for uniform cooking. Pat the fish dry to help the herb crust adhere better and to promote browning.
Toast the breadcrumbs until golden brown before mixing with the herbs for added flavor and texture. Use a food processor for finely chopped herbs and garlic.
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