Crispy Oven-Baked Flounder Delight
Experience the delightful flavor of our Crispy Oven-Baked Flounder Delight! This dish transforms simple flounder fillets into a crunchy, satisfying meal that will surprise both seafood lovers and skeptics. Coated with a zesty sour cream and chili powder mixture and then rolled in crunchy cornflakes, this dish delivers textures and tastes reminiscent of traditional fried fish without the guilt. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also promises to become a family favorite, even among those who typically shy away from seafood. Serve it with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete, delicious meal in under 30 minutes. Enjoy the unexpected delight of crispiness and flavor with each bite!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Frozen flounder fillets
2 (Thawed slightly in the microwave)
Light sour cream
1/2 cup (None)
Lemon juice
1 tablespoon (None)
Chili powder
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Crushed corn flakes
1 cup (Crushed)
Light margarine
2 tablespoons (Melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C) and lightly spray a baking pan with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal later.
2
While the oven is heating, gently thaw the frozen flounder fillets in the microwave until they are tender but still firm enough to handle.
3
In a medium bowl, combine the light sour cream, lemon juice, and chili powder. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
4
Carefully dip each flounder fillet into the sour cream mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.
5
Next, coat the sour cream-covered fish in the crushed corn flakes, pressing lightly to ensure the flakes adhere well and create a crispy crust.
6
Arrange the coated fillets in the prepared baking dish and drizzle the light margarine evenly over them to enhance the crispiness while baking.
7
For a lower-calorie option, you can substitute the margarine with a few sprays of a butter-flavored cooking spray.
8
Bake the fillets uncovered in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
9
Remove from the oven and let it sit for a minute before serving. Enjoy your Crispy Oven-Baked Flounder Delight with your favorite sides!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crispy Oven-Baked Flounder Delight?
It is a seafood dish featuring flounder fillets coated in a zesty sour cream and chili powder mixture, rolled in crushed cornflakes, and baked until crispy.
What type of fish is used in this recipe?
This recipe specifically uses frozen flounder fillets.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
How long does the flounder need to bake?
The fillets should bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
How do I know when the fish is fully cooked?
The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and the crust has turned golden brown.
What ingredients are needed for the coating?
The coating consists of light sour cream, lemon juice, chili powder, and crushed corn flakes.
How do I prepare the flounder fillets if they are frozen?
Gently thaw the frozen fillets in the microwave until they are tender but still firm enough to handle.
Can I make this recipe lower in calories?
Yes, you can substitute the light margarine with a few sprays of a butter-flavored cooking spray.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 6 total ingredients: flounder fillets, light sour cream, lemon juice, chili powder, corn flakes, and light margarine.
What is the purpose of the sour cream mixture?
The sour cream mixture adds flavor and acts as a binder to help the crushed corn flakes adhere to the fish.
Should the baking pan be prepared in any specific way?
Yes, the baking pan should be lightly sprayed with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the fish.
How do I apply the corn flakes to the fish?
After dipping the fish in the sour cream mixture, roll it in crushed corn flakes and press lightly to ensure they stick.
Is the fish baked covered or uncovered?
The fillets should be baked uncovered.
What does the chili powder add to the dish?
The chili powder provides a zesty flavor profile that complements the mild flounder.
How much sour cream is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of light sour cream.
What is the serving suggestion for this meal?
It is recommended to serve the flounder with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
How much lemon juice is included?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
Is this a quick meal to prepare?
Yes, the entire meal can be prepared and cooked in under 30 minutes.
What is the texture of the finished fish?
The fish has a crunchy, satisfying exterior similar to fried fish but is baked instead.
How many flounder fillets are used in the recipe?
The recipe specifies using 2 frozen flounder fillets.
What amount of crushed corn flakes is needed?
You will need 1 cup of crushed corn flakes.
How is the margarine applied?
Melt the light margarine and drizzle it evenly over the coated fillets before baking.
Can seafood skeptics enjoy this dish?
Yes, the description notes it is designed to surprise even those who typically shy away from seafood.
How long should the fish rest after baking?
Let the fish sit for about a minute before serving.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include crispy, flounder, oven-baked, low fat, quick meal, seafood, healthy, and dinner recipe.
How much chili powder is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as healthy and low fat because it uses light ingredients and is baked rather than fried.
What is the role of lemon juice?
Lemon juice is mixed into the sour cream to add a bright, citrusy acidity to the coating.
Can I use regular margarine?
While the recipe calls for light margarine, regular margarine or butter could be used, though it would change the calorie count.
What is the main flavor profile of this dish?
The flavor profile is zesty and savory with a light crunch from the cornflakes.