Plaice Fish Recipe

How to Cook Plaice: 4 Delicious Recipes wikiHow

WEBApr 24, 2024 · 4. Season the plaice. Brush the olive oil generously over the whole fish. Then season to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. [21] 5. Put the plaice under a …

1. Heat up the butter in a frying pan. Use a high heat, and you will know that the pan is ready to use once the butter is foaming. A non-stick pan is best and will save you time cleaning. You can substitute oil in the place of butter if preferred. Olive oil goes well with plaice, and 2 tbsp (30 ml) is a good amount to cover the pan and fry to perfection.
2. Place the fillets in the pan and fry the first side for 2 minutes. Lay each plaice fillet flat in the frying pan. Fry for 2 minutes and then carefully flip each fillet over, and cook for another 2 minutes, or until cooked through. Most frozen plaice will be sold skinless, but if you buy it fresh with the skin, start with frying the skin side down first.
3. Remove the fillets from the pan when cooked. You will be able to tell that the fillets are cooked through when they are opaque and flake easily. Place the fillets on plates to serve.
4. Season the pan-fried fillets as desired. Plaice is a light, fresh fish that goes well with simple dressings. You can squeeze lemon juice, with salt and pepper to taste across the fillets for a simple seasoning. Lemon parsley butter also accompanies pan-fried plaice nicely. Combine 2 tbsp (25 g) of butter, the juice of ½ lemon, and a handful of chopped, flat-leaf parsley in a pan until hot. Drizzle over the pan-fried fillets for an easy dish. This is enough for 2 fillets.

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