Imagine a dish that combines the delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture of flounder with the rich, decadent flavor of fresh crabmeat – a culinary masterpiece that transforms an ordinary dinner into an extraordinary dining experience. This Baked Flounder with Crabmeat Stuffing is not just a recipe; it's a gastronomic journey that promises to elevate your home cooking from mundane to magnificent, delivering restaurant-quality elegance right to your dining table.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 flounder fillets
- 1 cup crabmeat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the flounder fillets in a single layer.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crabmeat, breadcrumbs, chopped green bell pepper, and chopped onion. Mix thoroughly.
- Add mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice to the crabmeat mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pat the flounder fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets with salt and pepper.
- Lay the flounder fillets flat on the prepared baking dish, spreading them out evenly.
- Spoon the crabmeat stuffing mixture evenly onto each flounder fillet, spreading it gently to cover the surface of the fish.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the stuffing is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Tips
- Choose fresh, high-quality flounder fillets and premium lump crabmeat for the best flavor and texture.
- Pat the fish completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crisp, golden exterior.
- Don't overmix the stuffing to maintain a light, delicate consistency.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the fish reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for perfect doneness.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum moisture and flavor.
- For an extra touch of elegance, consider using panko breadcrumbs instead of traditional breadcrumbs for a crispier topping.
- Pair with a crisp white wine or a light, citrusy salad to complement the rich seafood flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 222kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 17g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 63mg
