Lemon-Infused Plaice with Brown Shrimp is a quick yet elegant dish that brings together the delicate flavors of plaice fillets with succulent brown shrimp in a rich, lemony butter sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, this sophisticated dinner option is perfect for those nights when you want something special without spending hours in the kitchen.

How to Make It

1. Heat the Pan: Begin by heating olive oil and butter in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Wait until the butter melts and starts to bubble, signaling that the pan is ready.
2. Season the Fish: While the pan heats up, season the plaice fillets with salt, pepper, and paprika. Place the fillets in the pan, skin-side up, and cook for 2-3 minutes until they’re nicely browned. Flip the fillets over to cook the other side.
3. Add Shrimp: Add the minced garlic and brown shrimp to the pan, stirring them gently into the butter. Let them cook for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are heated through and infused with the butter and garlic.
4. Finish the Dish: Turn off the heat, then drizzle lemon juice over the fish. Stir in half of the fresh parsley, allowing the herbs to add a burst of freshness to the dish.
5. Serve: Plate the fish fillets, spooning the shrimp and any remaining pan juices over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining parsley for a bright finish. For a complete meal, serve alongside baby new potatoes and green vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, or peas.

Lemon-Infused Plaice with Brown Shrimp

Delicate plaice fillets, pan-seared to perfection, topped with succulent brown shrimp and a rich, lemony butter sauce. This elegant dish is ready in under 20 minutes, making it perfect for a quick yet sophisticated dinner.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine fish

Servings 2

Calories 334 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Frying pan (skillet)
• Spatula

Ingredients

  

• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2, Plaice Flounder fillets
• ¼ tsp Salt
• ¼ tsp Ground black pepper
• ¼ tsp Paprika
• 1 clove Garlic peeled and minced
• 70g 2 ½ oz Tiny brown shrimp
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 3 tbsp Finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

To Serve (optional):

• Baby new potatoes
• Green vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, and peas

Instructions

 

• Heat Pan: Heat the olive oil and butter in a frying pan over medium-high heat until the butter melts and starts to bubble.
• Season Fish: Season the plaice fillets with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add the fillets to the pan, skin-side up, and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Turn the fillets over.
• Add Shrimp: Add the minced garlic and brown shrimp to the pan, stirring them into the butter. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are hot throughout.
• Finish: Turn off the heat, then drizzle the lemon juice over the fish and stir in half of the fresh parsley.
• Serve: Arrange the fish on plates, spoon over the shrimp and any pan juices, and sprinkle with the remaining parsley. Serve with baby new potatoes and green vegetables if desired.

Notes

• Make Ahead: This dish is best served immediately after cooking. Reheating may cause the fish to dry out.
• Ingredient Swaps: If plaice is unavailable, lemon sole, skate, or sea bass can be used as substitutes.

Keyword lemon butter shrimp, Pan-seared fish

Final Touches

This Lemon-Infused Plaice with Brown Shrimp is an exquisite balance of flavors, combining the lightness of fish with the richness of a lemony butter sauce. The brown shrimp add a delicate texture, making this dish a delightful and satisfying choice for any occasion. Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor, it’s a recipe that brings elegance to your dinner table in no time.