Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEnza's Italian RestaurantGrouper Francese Recipe

Grouper Francese Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fresh Grouper egg battered in our lemon butter wine sauce

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Ingredients

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Grouper Francese

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Grouper

    Rinse the fresh grouper fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season each fillet with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Battering Station

    In a shallow dish, add the all-purpose flour for dredging. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Batter the Fish

    Dredge each seasoned grouper fillet first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the egg mixture, ensuring it is well coated.

  4. 4

    Cook the Grouper

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the battered grouper fillets in batches, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets and set them aside on a plate.

  5. 5

    Make the Sauce

    In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it reduces slightly.

  6. 6

    Serve the Dish

    Return the cooked grouper fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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