Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCrab Du Jour Xpress Cajun SeafoodFried Flounder Basket Recipe

Fried Flounder Basket Recipe

Time30m
Serves3

3 pieces

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Serving Suggestions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Flounder

    Rinse the flounder fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Old Bay seasoning.

  2. 2

    Set Up Dredging Station

    In one shallow bowl, add the all-purpose flour. In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In a third bowl, add the cornmeal.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large, deep skillet or a frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.

  2. 4

    Dredge the Flounder

    Take one flounder fillet and coat it in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off, then coat it in cornmeal, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat with the remaining fillets.

  3. 5

    Fry the Flounder

    Carefully place the coated flounder fillets into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan; fry in batches if necessary.

  4. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to remove the flounder from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

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