Jul 14 2026
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Crab Stuffed Winter Flounder Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Saffron Cream Sauce, Potato Croquettes

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Ingredients

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For the Crab Stuffed Winter Flounder

For the Saffron Cream Sauce

For the Potato Croquettes

Method

Preparation of the Crab Stuffed Winter Flounder

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, green onions, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

  2. 2

    Stuff the Flounder

    Lay the winter flounder fillets on a clean surface. Place a generous spoonful of the crab filling onto the center of each fillet. Fold the fillet over to enclose the filling and secure with toothpicks if necessary.

Cooking the Crab Stuffed Winter Flounder

  1. 3

    Sear the Flounder

    Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Carefully place the stuffed flounder fillets in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Preparation of the Saffron Cream Sauce

  1. 4

    Make the Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and add saffron threads. Stir well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and black pepper.

Preparation of the Potato Croquettes

  1. 5

    Form the Croquettes

    In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, beaten egg, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. Shape the mixture into small cylindrical forms.

  2. 6

    Coat and Fry

    Roll each croquette in bread crumbs to coat. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the croquettes until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, place the stuffed winter flounder and drizzle with saffron cream sauce. Serve with potato croquettes on the side.

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