Sole Francaise

Elevate your weeknight dinner menu with the elegant simplicity of Sole Française, a classic French-inspired dish that’s as delightful to eat as it is easy to prepare. Tender sole fillets are lightly dredged in flour, dipped in a velvety egg batter, and pan-fried to golden perfection in a flavorful mix of butter and olive oil. A zesty lemon butter sauce, crafted directly in the same skillet, brings a vibrant, tangy finish that pairs beautifully with the fish’s delicate texture. Fresh parsley and lemon wedges add a bright, fresh garnish that ties the whole dish together. Perfect for a quick yet sophisticated meal in just 35 minutes, this buttery, citrus-kissed recipe captures the essence of fine dining from the comfort of your kitchen. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or rice to complete the experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces sole fillets
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 4 pieces lemon wedges for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Pat the sole fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Set up a breading station by pouring the flour onto a shallow plate. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth.

Step 3

Lightly dredge each sole fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess, and then dip it into the egg mixture to coat.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and begins to sizzle.

Step 5

Cook 2 fillets at a time for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked fillets to a plate lined with paper towels, and repeat with the remaining fillets. Add more butter and oil to the pan as needed.

Step 6

To make the lemon butter sauce, wipe out the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, then stir in the lemon juice.

Step 7

Drizzle the warm lemon butter sauce over the cooked fillets.

Step 8

Sprinkle the top of each fillet with freshly chopped parsley for an added burst of freshness.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(817.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1552.2

Total Fat 117.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 740.7mg	0%
Sodium 1593.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 4.7g
Protein 77.2g	0%

Vitamin D 495.0IU	0%
Calcium 223.3mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 1663.4mg	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: 66.2%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 14.4%