Flounder is a lean, thin fish that cooks very quickly. So be sure to cook it 4 to 5 inches from the heat source ā and watch it carefully! Clover sprouts are available in the produce department of better supermarkets.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
1. Place the butter in a small bowl and combine with the mustard, parsley, and lemon zest. Set aside.
Step 2
2. Arrange the oven or broiler rack 4 inches from the heat. Preheat the broiler. Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil. Oil the foil lightly. Evenly space 4 flounder fillets on each of the baking sheets.
Step 3
3. Spread about 1 1/2 teaspoons of the butter mixture atop each fish fillet. Broil for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the fish is lightly browned on top and just cooked through. Do not overcook.
Step 4
4. Serve immediately, garnished with a flourish of clover sprouts and a lemon quarter.
