Whole Flounder Recipe

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Flounder

   Clean the whole flounder and pat it dry with paper towels. Make a few diagonal cuts on each side of the fish to help it cook evenly.

2. 2

   Marinate the Fish

   In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, juice of half the lemon, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the flounder, including inside the cuts. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Prepare the Asparagus

   Trim the ends of the asparagus and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

4. 4

   Grill the Fish

   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated flounder on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

5. 5

   Grill the Asparagus

   While the fish is grilling, place the asparagus on the grill as well. Grill for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until they are tender and slightly charred.

6. 6

   Make the Ancho-Persil Sauce

   In a blender, combine the ancho chili powder, fresh parsley, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of water to reach the desired consistency.

7. 7

   Serve

   Place the grilled flounder on a serving platter alongside the grilled asparagus. Drizzle the ancho-persil sauce over the fish and serve immediately.