Simple Flounder Skillet
I’m pretty new to flounder. I was looking for a new fish to try, and our local grocery store had it in stock, so I decided to give it a go. Flounder encompasses several American flatfish species like gray, petrale, lemon sole, dab, fluke and plaice. The types are interchangeable when cooking, with the exception of Dover sole, a flatfish found only in European waters with firmer and tighter flesh than American flounder. {source} You can sub out any of the above fish for this recipe if desired!
Flounder trivia: Did you know they swim on their sides and have both eyes on one side of their heads? ?
The great thing about flounder is that it’s not “fishy” tasting, is very mild, and all of my kids loved it! That’s saying a lot since some fish dishes I’ve made haven’t passed the test with all of them. And the best thing about this recipe? It literally takes a couple minutes to throw together and cook, so it’s the perfect recipe for a fast weeknight dinner!
I have a favorite cast iron skillet that I use every day. It’s well-loved and one of my kitchen staples. THIS is the one I have!
Simple Flounder Skillet
| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 5 minutes |
| Servings |
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- 1 lb flounder filets
- 2-3 tsp Save the Day Alvi's Incredible Seasoning
- 1 tomato sliced
- 2 TBSP avocado or olive oil
Ingredients
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- Place cast iron skillet in oven and preheat to 500 degrees.
- While the pan is heating in oven, sprinkle filets with seasoning on both sides.
- **Turn oven off**, remove pan from oven, quickly place oil in skillet, then fish, then layer sliced tomatoes on top. Sprinkle with a bit more seasoning, if desired.
- Quickly place skillet back into oven and cook for 5-6 minutes, then remove from oven and serve promptly. Enjoy!
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