Decadent Flounder Rolls with Shrimp and Crab Filling
Indulge in these exquisite flounder rolls, elegantly stuffed with a savory blend of shrimp and lump crabmeat, enhanced by the aromatic flavors of sautéed vegetables. This delightful dish pairs wonderfully with fluffy rice pilaf and vibrant steamed vegetables, making it perfect for a special dinner while still easy enough for weeknight meals. The recipe serves four but can be easily adjusted for intimate dinners or grand gatherings. Impress your guests with this restaurant-worthy dish that’s ready in under an hour!
4
Servings
170
Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
Olive oil
1 tablespoon
Butter
2 tablespoons (plus 4 tablespoons melted)
Onion
1 small (chopped fine)
Garlic cloves
2 (minced)
Celery
2 stalks (chopped fine)
Red bell pepper
1/2 (chopped fine)
Shrimp
4 ounces (chopped fine (1/2 cup))
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (to taste)
Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon (or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, to taste)
Lump crabmeat
6 ounces ((or more if desired))
Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
3-4 tablespoons (more as needed)
Flounder
1 pound ((8 large fillets))
Butter (for drizzling)
4 tablespoons (melted)
Lemon juice
3 tablespoons
Kosher salt
(to taste)
Black pepper
(to taste)
Paprika
2 teaspoons
Lemon
1 (cut into wedges for garnish)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. In a medium sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, celery, and red bell pepper. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
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3. Stir in the chopped shrimp and season with salt and Old Bay Seasoning (or cayenne for added heat). Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the shrimp are opaque. Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.
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4. Let the shrimp mixture cool slightly before gently folding in the lump crabmeat. Gradually add the Italian seasoned breadcrumbs until you achieve a moist but cohesive filling. Set the mixture aside.
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5. On a clean surface, lay out the flounder fillets. Evenly distribute the shrimp and crab filling onto each fillet, then carefully roll them up from the wide end towards the narrow end to form neat rolls. Alternatively, place one fillet on a baking sheet, top it with filling, and cover it with another fillet to create a stuffed pocket.
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6. Arrange the rolled or stuffed flounder fillets on a greased baking dish, seam side down if rolled. Drizzle each piece with melted butter and sprinkle with fresh lemon juice.
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7. Season the rolls with kosher salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and a dusting of paprika for color and flavor.
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8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the flounder is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
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9. Serve the stuffed flounder rolls garnished with lemon wedges for an extra pop of freshness.
Nutrition Information
9g
Fat
11g
Carbs
11g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Flounder Rolls with Shrimp and Crab Filling?
It is an elegant seafood dish featuring flounder fillets rolled around a savory filling of shrimp, lump crabmeat, and sautéed vegetables.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long does it take to bake the flounder rolls?
The rolls should bake for approximately 20-25 minutes.
What ingredients are in the filling?
The filling consists of chopped shrimp, lump crabmeat, onion, garlic, celery, red bell pepper, and Italian seasoned breadcrumbs.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 170 calories.
What can I substitute for Old Bay Seasoning?
You can use 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper if you prefer more heat or do not have Old Bay.
How do I know when the flounder is finished cooking?
The flounder is done when it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Which side of the flounder fillet should I start rolling from?
You should roll the fillets from the wide end towards the narrow end.
What side dishes pair well with this seafood dish?
It pairs wonderfully with fluffy rice pilaf and vibrant steamed vegetables.
Can I make this if I don't want to roll the fish?
Yes, you can place one fillet on a baking sheet, top it with the filling, and cover it with another fillet to create a stuffed pocket.
What type of crabmeat is recommended?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of lump crabmeat.
How much protein is in one serving?
Each serving provides 11g of protein.
Is this recipe suitable for a dinner party?
Yes, it is described as a restaurant-worthy dish that is perfect for special dinners and grand gatherings.
How do I prepare the shrimp for the filling?
The shrimp should be chopped fine and sautéed until opaque before being added to the crabmeat.
What are the fat and carbohydrate counts for this recipe?
This recipe contains 9g of fat and 11g of carbohydrates per serving.
How should the fish be arranged in the baking dish?
Arrange the rolls seam side down in a greased baking dish.
What seasonings are used for the topping?
The rolls are seasoned with kosher salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and paprika for color and flavor.
What liquid is drizzled over the fish before baking?
Each piece is drizzled with melted butter and sprinkled with fresh lemon juice.
How many flounder fillets do I need for one pound?
The recipe suggests using approximately 8 large fillets for one pound of flounder.
What is the purpose of the breadcrumbs?
The Italian seasoned breadcrumbs are added gradually to achieve a moist but cohesive filling.
How should the vegetables be prepared?
The onion, celery, and red bell pepper should all be chopped fine, and the garlic should be minced.
Can I adjust the amount of crabmeat?
Yes, you can use 6 ounces or more if desired.
What is the recommended garnish?
The dish should be garnished with lemon wedges for extra freshness.
How long does it take to prepare the filling?
Sautéing the vegetables takes 2-3 minutes, and cooking the shrimp takes an additional 2 minutes.
Is this a quick meal to prepare?
Yes, the recipe is ready in under an hour and is easy enough for weeknight meals.
Do I need to grease the baking dish?
Yes, the instructions specify using a greased baking dish to prevent sticking.
Should the shrimp mixture be hot when adding the crab?
The instructions recommend letting the shrimp mixture cool slightly before gently folding in the lump crabmeat.
What fats are used for sautéing the vegetables?
A combination of 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter is used for sautéing.
Can I use fresh herbs?
While not explicitly in the ingredients, the Italian seasoned breadcrumbs provide herbal notes, and fresh lemon juice adds brightness.