Quick · Easy · Balanced meals · Summery
Pan-fried plaice fillet with herbs
Light and ready in 20 minutes
- Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- Dutch
- Serves
- 4 people
From behind the fish counter
Plaice fillets cook quickly and suit a simple herb butter. Handle them gently and check the thickest part is cooked through; cooking time depends on fillet thickness.
Method
Quantities for 4 people. Total time includes preparation and any waiting time. Cooking times are a guide: fish thickness and your oven or pan make a difference.
- 1
Check the plaice fillets for bones and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat the butter and oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Cook in two batches if necessary.
- 3
Fry the plaice for about 2–3 minutes on each side; the exact time depends on thickness. Turn carefully and check the fish is cooked through.
- 4
Reduce the heat and add a little lemon juice, parsley and chives.
- 5
Spoon the herb butter over the fish and serve immediately.
Easy Ideal for everyday cooking — straightforward steps.
From the supermarket
- 30 g butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp finely snipped chives
- Salt and pepper