Simple Fish Recipe - Fish à la Meunière • All that's Jas (2024)

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With just a handful of ingredients this delicious, simple fish à la meunière comes together quickly so you have more time to spend with your family and is pretty enough for guests.

It is incredibly easy to prepare and a perfect dinner solution when short on time.

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This recipe for a lightly fried white fish topped with brown butter lemon parsley sauce is delicious, simple and a family favorite. When it comes to trying new food in a foreign country I'm more adventurous now than I was back in the '90s when I played it safe.

As if the original 13-hour route from our starting point in Germany to Saint Tropez in France wasn't long enough, we deviated and made a short visit to Belgium.

We squeezed in a tour of a church, a rock climb (real rock, not the man-made rock wall), and then ate lunch at a locally owned restaurant with lots of Belgium charm. It had a cozy combination of modern and antique style.

I will always remember it for its design and the taste of my meal. Flavor, as well as smell, is such a strong trigger of emotions and memories. Playing it safe I ordered a simple, classic Belgian dish of pan-seared fish, aka Sole Meunière.

Although simple, this fish recipe influenced by French cooking didn't lack in flavor.

As a matter of fact, fish à la meunière is one of my favorite ways to prepare fish to this day and you will love it too.

Finding sole in my city is hit or miss, so I use whatever white fish fillet is on sale. I mean, it's all about keeping it simple, right? And let me tell you, this dish is simplicity at its best. When ingredients are perfect, less is more.

As a matter of fact, this simple Belgian fish à la meunière recipe is here to prove it. Lightly fried white fish topped with brown butter lemon parsley sauce your family will love.

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Ingredients:

  • white fish fillets (sole, cod, pollock, or tilapia)
  • Salt and pepper
  • all-purpose flour
  • butter
  • lemon

Directions:

  1. In a shallow dish add flour. Season the fish with salt and pepper then gently press into the flour to coat. Shake off the excess flour.
  2. In a large non-stick pan or cast-iron skillet melt the butter over medium-high heat. When the butter begins to foam add the fish and then reduce the heat to medium.
  3. Cook the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side. Transfer the fish to a plate and keep warm.
  4. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Spoon the lemon butter sauce over the fish fillet.
  5. Serve alongside boiled potatoes (like the Belgians do) and your favorite vegetables.

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Simple Fish Recipe – Fish à la Meunière

By Jas

Lightly fried white fish topped with brown butter lemon parsley sauce your family will love.

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Belgian

Yields 4 servings

Calories 292 kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 white fish fillets, sole, cod, pollock, or tilapia
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • In a shallow dish add flour. Season the fish with salt and pepper then gently press into the flour to coat. Shake off the excess flour.

  • In a large non-stick pan or cast iron skillet melt the butter over medium-high heat. When the butter begins to foam add the fish and then reduce the heat to medium.

  • Cook the fish 3-4 minutes on each side. Transfer the fish to a plate and keep warm.

  • Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Spoon the lemon butter sauce over fish fillet.

  • Serve alongside boiled potatoes (like the Belgians do) and your favorite vegetables.

Notes

~ Free Tip ~

Frozen fish tends to keep the moisture and fall apart when turning in the pan. Use fresh fish whenever you can. It tastes much better and has a better texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcal (15%) | Carbohydrates: 6g (2%) | Protein: 35g (70%) | Fat: 14g (22%) | Saturated Fat: 3g (15%) | Cholesterol: 85mg (28%) | Sodium: 293mg (12%) | Potassium: 513mg (15%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 501IU (10%) | Vitamin C: 2mg (2%) | Calcium: 21mg (2%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)

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Comments

  1. Janie says

    Where does the flour come into the recipe???

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  2. Esther Diaz says

    Simple Fish Recipe - Fish à la Meunière • All that's Jas (6)
    Thank you for sharing this recipe. It's, of course, simple yet looks delicious! Fish recipes are the best dishes. Plus, fish are the lightest food you can eat because of its health benefits. Anyways, can't wait to try this.

    Reply

    • Jas says

      Thanks, Esther. Hope you'll like it!

      Reply

  3. Tadej says

    Love fish meals so this one will be perfect for me.

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  4. Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says

    I love fish and keeping it simple is perfect to really retain the flavour. Thanks so much for sharing with us at #blogginggrandmotherslinkparty. I've pinned and shared on social media. Catch you at the link up next month!
    Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond.

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    • Jas says

      You are absolutely right, Sue! 😉

      Reply

  5. Grammy Dee from GrammysGrid.com says

    I love fish and this looks good. Thanks Jas for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared this post.

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    • Jas says

      🙂

      Reply

  6. Lori Hill-Smith says

    We don't eat much fish. I should try this! Thank you for sharing at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty

    Reply

    • Jas says

      We love fish! You should try it, this one is really yummy 🙂

      Reply

  7. Donna says

    This look healthy and delicious. You have definitely made me hungry!
    #blogginggrandmotherslinkparty .

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    • Jas says

      I hope I inspired you to try it, it's really delicious!

      Reply

  8. Miz Helen says

    A simple and delicious fish! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday! Hope you are having a great week and come back to see us real soon.
    Miz Helen

    Reply

    • Jas says

      Thank you!!!

      Reply

  9. STEPHANIE says

    This sounds amazing, Jas. The pictures are beautiful. Thanks for sharing at the To Grandmas House We Go Link Party. Scheduling to Pinterest too.

    Reply

    • Jas says

      Thanks a bunch, Stephanie!

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Simple Fish Recipe - Fish à la Meunière • All that's Jas (2024)

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Simple Fish Recipe - Fish à la Meunière • All that's Jas? ›

Fish meunière

One is by sautéing—first dredging the fish in seasoned flour (white flour or corn flour) and then cooking in a hot sauté pan with a small amount of clarified butter. The alternative method is to pan-fry or deep fry the floured fish.

What is the procedure for cooking fish à la meunière? ›

Fish meunière

One is by sautéing—first dredging the fish in seasoned flour (white flour or corn flour) and then cooking in a hot sauté pan with a small amount of clarified butter. The alternative method is to pan-fry or deep fry the floured fish.

How to cook fish simply? ›

Sauté or pan fry

Firm fish, such as cod or halibut, may also be cut into strips and stir fried. Heat 1/4-inch oil or butter in a nonstick skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Fish may be dipped in milk or beaten egg and then breaded. Cook fish 4 to 5 minutes per side (per inch of thickness) or until done.

What does à la meunière mean in english? ›

borrowed from French, literally, "in the manner of a miller's wife"

What does meunière mean fish? ›

meunière in American English

(məˈnjɛr ) adjective. designating fish prepared by being rolled in flour, etc., fried in butter, and sprinkled with lemon juice and chopped parsley. Word origin. Fr (à la) meunière, (in the style of) a miller's wife, fem.

How to prepare fish for cooking? ›

8 Fish Cleaning Steps
  1. Step 1: Bleed the Fish. Bleeding out your fish after catching it ensures better flavor. ...
  2. Step 2: Prepare a Cleaning Station. ...
  3. Step 3: Remove Fish Scales & Rinse. ...
  4. Step 4: Remove the Entrails. ...
  5. Step 5: Trim/Remove the Fins (and, Perhaps, the Head) ...
  6. Step 6: Rinse & Pat Dry. ...
  7. Step 8: Cook & Enjoy.
Apr 25, 2023

What is Worcestershire sauce made of fish? ›

Worcestershire sauce is a barbeque sauce that is traditionally made through a time consuming process that uses a number of ingredients including anchovies, a type of fish.

What fish makes Worcestershire sauce? ›

Most people don't know that Worcestershire sauce is a fermented condiment made from a base of vinegar and flavored with anchovies, molasses, tamarind, onion, garlic, and other seasonings. The flavor is savory and sweet with a distinct tang provided by the vinegar.

What is Worcestershire sauce in? ›

Worcestershire sauce is used directly as a condiment on steaks, hamburgers, and other finished dishes, and to flavour co*cktails such as the Bloody Mary and Caesar. It is also frequently used to augment recipes such as Welsh rarebit, Caesar salad, Oysters Kirkpatrick, and devilled eggs.

What to season fish with? ›

The Best Herbs & Spices For Seasoning Fish
  • Basil. Lemon and basil are a match made in heaven! ...
  • Parsley. Parsley is a perfect addition to pan-fried fish, with a slightly bitter aroma that can balance savoury dishes. ...
  • Dill. ...
  • Lemongrass. ...
  • Rosemary. ...
  • Thyme. ...
  • Sage. ...
  • Smoked Paprika.
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What is the tastiest way to cook fish? ›

If you have thin fillets, you can pan fry them in butter and lemon. Thicker fish, like salmon, you can bake in a hot oven. You can bread fish, baste with teriyaki sauce, blacken them. What is the secret of cooking fish so it's moist, tender, and tasty instead of dry?

What not to do when cooking fish? ›

Over-cooking fish might result in dry, tough meat that is unsuitable for consumption. To avoid this, do not cook it for too long or at a high temperature. Instead, cook on low heat until the meat flakes easily with a fork.

What does it mean when a food is prepared à la meunière? ›

meunière in American English

(məˈnjɛr ) adjective. designating fish prepared by being rolled in flour, etc., fried in butter, and sprinkled with lemon juice and chopped parsley.

Which of the following cooking methods uses à la meunière? ›

I recommend trying the simple “à la meunière” technique for cooking any type of fish filet. It simply means coating the fish in flour and basting it in hot butter in a frying pan during which time the butter turns “noisette” (browned).

What are the cooking methods for Darne? ›

Darne The darne, or steak, is a crosscut of a larger round fish such as salmon or hake, usually one to two inches thick. It is sold skin-on and contains a section of backbone. The bone helps retain moisture during cooking, so this cut is great for high-heat methods: broiling, grilling, pan-searing.

What is fish to be sauteed à la meunière often soaked in? ›

It means that the dish, usually fish, is first dusted with flour and then cooked in butter. Anything cooked à la meunière is also generally sprinkled with lemon juice and chopped parsley.

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