Flounder Fillets In Paper
- 1-1 1/2lbs flounder fillets
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 rib celery, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1/4 lb. chopped fresh mushrooms (or small, 4 oz.can, chopped
- 1 tbsp. butter
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- lemon wedges for garnish
- parchment paper
- Optional Sauce:
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp.fresh or dried dill weed
- 1 tbsp. red horseradish
- 2 tbsp. mayonnaise
- Saute chopped vegetables in a saucepan, using 1/2 T butter, fo about 10 minutes until tender but not too soft. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add some water if needed. Set aside and allow to cool for a few minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Cut the parchment paper into sheets about 1-square foot in size. Heavy duty foil can substitute.
- Lay half the fillets on butter-greased paper according to the size of the fillets; each should be a single portion.
- Spoon the cooled vegetable mixture onto each fillet, dividing it evenly among the portions. Cover each fillet with a second fillet, creating a sort of sandwich. Dot the top with a little more butter, squeeze some lemon juice on top of each fillet. Fold the paper, completely enclosing the fish, sealing it by using a butcher's fold. Tuck the ends under.
- Place the packets of fish in a glass or other baking dish and cook for about 10-15 minutes, until the paper begins to brown. Place the package directly on the person's dish to allow the diner to open it so the fresh aroma will rise.
- Serve the sauce on the side.
- Enjoy!
onion, celery, carrot, fresh mushrooms, butter, salt, lemon juice, lemon wedges, parchment paper, plain yogurt, dill, red horseradish, mayonnaise
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/flounder-fillets-in-paper-1201296 (may not work)