Crab Stuffed Flounder is a flavorful and elegant dish. The tender flounder fillets are filled with rich crab stuffing, making it perfect for a special dinner. Serve it with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables to keep the focus on the delicate flavors.
Start by making the crab stuffing. Mix crabmeat, breadcrumbs, celery, onion, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Gently stuff the flounder fillets and fold them over.
Bake the stuffed flounder until the fish is cooked through and the stuffing is golden. Keep an eye on the fish to avoid overcooking. Serve hot with lemon wedges for a fresh touch. This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
Crab Stuffed Flounder
Equipment
- 1 baking dish
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 medium skillet
- 1 spatula
- 1 sharp knife
- 1 cutting board
- 1 cooking brush
- 1 measuring cup
Ingredients
- 4 flounder fillets
- 1 pound crab meat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 lemon - sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare the baking dish by lightly brushing it with butter or oil.
- In a medium skillet, sauté the crab meat over medium heat until lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Lay the flounder fillets on a flat surface and divide the crab mixture evenly among them, spreading it on one half of each fillet. Roll up the fillets, starting from the edge with the crab mixture. Place them seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Brush the fillets with melted butter and top each with a slice of lemon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the flounder is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot and enjoy!