Sand Dabs Meunire

Elevate your seafood game with this classic Sand Dabs Meunière recipe, a French-inspired dish that pairs delicate sand dab fillets with a rich, buttery lemon-parsley sauce. Perfectly pan-fried with a light coating of seasoned flour, the fillets develop a beautiful golden crust while staying tender and flaky inside. The addition of fresh parsley, tangy lemon juice, and optional briny capers creates a vibrant meunière sauce that complements the mild flavor of the fish perfectly. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a showstopping centerpiece for a special meal. Serve this irresistible creation with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a light, wholesome dining experience. Whether you’re a seasoned home chef or new to cooking seafood, this Sand Dabs Meunière recipe promises to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Sand dab fillets
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Capers (optional)
• 4 pieces Lemon slices, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sand dab fillets under cold water and pat them dry using paper towels. Set them aside on a plate.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

Dredge each sand dab fillet in the seasoned flour, coating both sides evenly. Shake off any excess flour and set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil. Allow the butter to melt and foam slightly but not brown.

Step 5

Place the floured sand dab fillets into the skillet, cooking them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cooked fillets from the skillet and transfer them to a plate. Keep warm.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt. Stir in the lemon juice, chopped parsley, and capers (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create the meunière sauce.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and spoon the sauce over the cooked sand dab fillets.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with lemon slices and extra parsley if desired. Pair with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(617.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1256.6

Total Fat 84.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 324mg	0%
Sodium 2842.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 79.3g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 132.6mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1415.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.5%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 15.8%