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Delicate Sole Fillets lemon parsley

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Lemon and parsley sole fillets make an elegant yet simple dish. Season your fillets, coat them in flour, and gently brown them in a pan. Make a lemon sauce in the same pan using butter and fresh parsley. Serve right away. Perfect for a fancy weeknight dinner or when you want to wow your guests.

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Updated on Fri, 27 Jun 2025 08:49:38 GMT
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This lemon and parsley sole fillets dish showcases a traditional French approach that highlights the fish's delicate nature with bright, light flavors. You can whip it up in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for an impressive meal without spending forever in the kitchen.

I first came across this dish during my trip to Brittany and it's now what I make whenever friends come over. The basic ingredients really let the gentle flavors of the sole shine through.

What You'll Need

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Mouthwatering Instructions

The magic of this dish comes down to getting good sole. I remember the first time I made it with fish caught that very morning. The taste was completely different and my family couldn't get over how amazing the flavors were.

Storing And Reheating

Tasty Twists

Perfect Side Dishes

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What's the best way to pick fresh sole fillets?

Look for white, firm flesh without any funny smell when picking fresh sole fillets. They should also have a slight shine to them.

→ Can I swap in a different fish?

Sure thing, this works great with other delicate fish like halibut or sea bass too.

→ How do I stop the fillets from breaking during cooking?

Handle them gently and use a wide turner. Make sure your pan is hot before you start cooking the fillets.

→ Can I make this ahead of time?

It's best to cook this right before eating as sole fillets taste way better when they're fresh off the stove.

→ How can I make the lemon sauce thicker?

You can add a bit of heavy cream or let the sauce cook down a little longer on low heat.

Sole Fillets with Lemon

Lemon and parsley sole fillets, a quick and tasty dish you can whip up in no time.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes

Category: Main Courses

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Française

Yield: 4 Servings

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 4 portions of sole fillets (roughly 500 g)
02 2 tbsp of all-purpose flour
03 2 tbsp of butter
04 2 tbsp of olive oil
05 1 lemon (both peel and juice)
06 2 tbsp of chopped fresh parsley
07 Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 01

Season your sole fillets with salt and pepper. Gently coat them in flour, making sure to shake off any extra.

Step 02

Warm up the olive oil with a tbsp of butter in a big pan over medium heat. Cook the sole for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn golden and are fully cooked. Carefully take them out and keep them warm.

Step 03

Using the same pan, melt the remaining tbsp of butter. Pour in the lemon juice and add the peel, scraping the bottom to mix in all the tasty bits. Let it bubble for a minute or two.

Step 04

Put the sole on serving plates. Drizzle the lemon mixture over the fish and sprinkle with the chopped parsley. Serve right away.

Notes

  1. Want something richer? Try adding a spoonful of sour cream to your lemon sauce.
  2. Don't have sole? You can swap it for other delicate fish like halibut or sea bass.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Has fish, butter (dairy) and gluten (from flour).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 240
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 4.5 g
  • Protein: 20 g