Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPellicci'sSole Francais Recipe

Sole Francais Recipe

Inspired by Pellicci's
Time30m
Serves4

Indulge in our Sole Francais, a delicate fillet of sole perfectly pan-seared to golden perfection. This French-inspired dish is elegantly finished with a rich lemon-butter sauce, accentuating the natural sweetness of the fish. Served alongside sautéed seasonal vegetables and a light herb-infused rice, it's a culinary journey to the heart of France with every bite.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sole

    Rinse the sole fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Dredge in Flour

    Spread the flour on a plate and lightly dredge each fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess.

  3. 3

    Cook the Sole

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Once melted and bubbling, add the sole fillets to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets and keep warm.

  4. 4

    Make the Sauce

    In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Let it melt and start to brown slightly. Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley, stirring to combine. Pour the sauce over the cooked sole fillets.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the sole fillets and drizzle the sauce over them. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

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