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Nutrition: per serving

  • kcal501
  • fat36g
  • saturates14g
  • carbs18g
  • sugars0g
  • fibre1g
  • protein27g
  • salt0.67g
    low
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Method

  • step 1

    Check the fish for small bones and pull any out with tweezers. In a large shallow bowl, season the flour with a little salt and black pepper. Toss the fish in the flour, coating well, and shake off any excess.

  • step 2

    Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Add the fish and cook, skin-side down, for 2 mins. Use a fish slice or large spatula to turn, then cook the other side for 1-2 mins until golden.

  • step 3

    Remove the fish to a warmed plate, then season. Wipe out the pan with kitchen paper. Return the pan to the heat, then add the butter. Heat until it melts and begins to turn a light brown, then mix in the lemon juice and capers, if using. Swirl in the pan for a few secs, return fish to the pan and spoon over any juices. Serve immediately.

Recipe from Good Food magazine, September 2005

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A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.55 ratings

chrisjohnson100

This tasted delicious after I’d put the fish back in the pan for another 2 mins or so. My Dover sole wasn’t cooked after following the timings given. I enjoyed it but my partner couldn’t cope with all the bones so I doubt I’ll make it again

boathouses

question

Your recipes give cooking times but not temperature settings. I use a ceramic hob. Please can you tell me the temperature setting for this fish recipe and any other recipes where the temperature setting is needed.

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goodfoodteam

Hi, thanks for your question. This should be a medium-high heat for cooking the fish. You can then lower it to medium to make the butter sauce. We hope this helps. Best wishes, BBC Good Food Team.

delaneymcneille

Love this! Delicious with crushed potatoes with rocket, lemon and parmesan!!!

AngusMcGillicuddy

An excellent version of this classic French dish. Thank you.

MmMm82

question

Lovely recipe which made the lemon sole taste delicious! Two questions: Firstly, if I cooked it for longer to get a crispy crust, would the fish dry out? I’m thinking 4-5 mins per side? Secondly, what would you recommend to serve this with? I’d like to try to serve it alongside a small portion of…

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Extra fine beans with a little butter and salt. A few crispy frites.

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