Catch Of The Day Recipe
flounder fixed up with roasted red pepper and a cram sauce
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Ingredients
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Fish
Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Season the Flounder
Rinse the flounder fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Cook the Flounder
In a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned flounder fillets. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Preparation
- 3
Blend the Sauce
In a blender, combine the roasted red peppers, garlic cloves, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- 4
Add Cream and Season
Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chopped fresh basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Plating
- 5
Serve the Dish
Place the cooked flounder on plates and generously spoon the roasted red pepper sauce over the top. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.