Things You'll Need
Frozen flounder fillet
Large baking dish
Paper towel
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 cup fish stock
1/2 cup white wine
1 tsp. tarragon
2 tbsp. lemon juice
Pinch salt
1 tsp. ground black pepper
Fork
Fkounder is usually associated with the 1980s Disney movie character in "The Little Mermaid." However, the fish is also a tasty main for any dish. The large, flat fish is found in both the Northern Pacific and Atlantic oceans. A main fish for centuries, the flounder is often preserved through freezing for future use. With a few simple techniques before cooking, flounder that has been frozen can be enjoyed year round.
Step 1
Place the frozen flounder in the large baking dish. Insert the dish in to the refrigerator and allow it to thaw, slowly, for 24 hours.
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Step 2
Rinse the fillet under running water. Pat it dry, gently so as not to ruin the flesh, with paper towel.
Step 3
Grease the baking dish with butter. Place the fish in the middle of the dish.
Step 4
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Pour the fish stock and white wine over the fish.
Step 5
Sprinkle the tarragon, salt and black pepper evenly over the fish and pour the lemon juice around it. Insert the baking dish in to the oven.
Step 6
Cook the fish for about eight minutes, or until the meat turns opaque, yet still remains moist and flakes when a fork is inserted in to the deepest part.
Step 7
Remove the fish and serve it immediately, with the sauce drizzled over top.
Tip
Thawed flounder can be cooked in a variety of ways with many different seasonings.
Warning
Do not thaw flounder too fast, as this can break down the flesh and cause it to become mushy.