Simple Recipes for Pan Fried Dover Sole for Beginners

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Pan fried dover sole –Hey y’all! Today I’m bringing you a delicious recipe that’s sure to impress. We’re making pan-fried dover sole with a caper, lemon, and parsley butter sauce. This dish is light, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion – whether it’s a fancy dinner or just a cozy night in. Let’s dive right in!

Pan-fried Dover Sole

This dish is all about the fish. Dover sole is a delicate fish that’s super easy to prepare and takes on flavors beautifully. Trust me, once you try this, it’ll become a staple in your kitchen!

Pan-fried dover sole with caper, lemon, and parsley butter sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 Dover sole fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. First off, season your dover sole fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When it’s hot, add the fillets and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Let it melt and start to foam.
  4. Add the capers and cook for about a minute until they’re heated through. Then squeeze in the lemon juice and stir in the chopped parsley.
  5. Return the sole to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top, letting it soak into the fish.
  6. Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges on the side for that extra zing!

And there you have it! A simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for impressing friends and family. Enjoy every bite of your pan-fried dover sole with that buttery lemon sauce, and don’t forget to share your experience!