New York anglers, are you ready for a delightful culinary adventure? If you're a fan of keto-friendly cuisine that celebrates the bounty of the sea, then you're in for a treat. In this article, we'll dive into a unique recipe that'll elevate your fishing day by creating a feast right from your catch. Say hello to the "New York Flounder Feast," a delicious fusion of flavors that combines the freshness of flounder with the richness of shrimp and scallops.
Ingredients
To prepare this mouthwatering meal, you'll need the following ingredients:- 6 4-5 oz thin flounder fillets
- ½ cup coconut flour
- 3 eggs
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken stock
- ¼ cup white wine
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- ¼ red onion (minced)
- 2 tablespoons capers
- Juice of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons lard or coconut oil
- ¼ tsp xanthan gum
- 8 oz medium-size shrimp
- 8 oz sea scallops
Instructions
1. Prep and Dredge: Begin by setting up your dredging station. In one container, combine 3 eggs, 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper. In another container, place the coconut flour. Ensure your flounder fillets are laid out for easy access.2. Heat the Pan: Heat a nonstick pan to medium-high heat and add 4 tablespoons of lard or coconut oil. Wait for it to heat up before proceeding.
3. Dredge the Flounder: Dredge each flounder fillet into the coconut flour first, then into the egg batter. Make sure the fillet is well coated, shaking off any excess batter.
4. Cook the Flounder: Place the flounder fillets in the pan, cooking them for about 2-3 minutes on each side. You might need to cook them in batches, so have a sheet pan ready to keep the cooked fillets warm.
5. Preheat the Oven: While the fish is resting, preheat your oven to 375°F.
6. Prepare the Sauce: In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of butter, then introduce your shrimp, scallops, minced garlic, and red onion. Sauté this delightful mix for about 3 minutes until they're perfectly cooked.
7. Flavorful Sauce: Pour in the juice of 2 lemons, add capers, chicken stock, and white wine. Season the sauce with salt and pepper, letting it simmer for approximately 5 minutes.
8. Thicken the Sauce: For a silky texture, sprinkle ¼ tsp of xanthan gum into the sauce and stir until it thickens. Then, turn off the heat.
9. Warm Up the Fish: Place the cooked flounder in the preheated oven for about 2 minutes. This ensures it's warm and ready for your culinary masterpiece.
10. Final Touch: To round off your exquisite dish, stir in 4 tablespoons of butter until the sauce is smooth and glossy.
Cooking Tips
- When dredging the flounder, remember you can adjust the amount of seasoning to suit your preferences. Experiment with more or less spice to create your perfect flavor.
- Flounder is best when it's moist and flaky. Be gentle when handling it to keep the fillets intact.
- While you wait for the fish to cook, consider using cilantro stems, as they add a delightful crunch and extra flavor.
- To prevent a mess when making your tacos, mash the avocado slightly so that everything sticks together when you pick it up.