Brian’s Easy Stuffed Flounder

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Brian's Easy Stuffed Flounder Recipe
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 whole flounder
1 cup butter , divided
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cups chicken-flavored dry bread stuffing mix
1 can lump crabmeat
1 can small shrimp , liquid reserved
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM , or to taste
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
477
Sugar
2g
Fat
35g
This stuffed flounder recipe is named after Chef Brian, who created this easy and delicious dish. Flounder is a mild and delicate fish that is well-suited for this type of preparation. The stuffing mixture is made with a combination of bread crumbs, celery, onion, crabmeat, and shrimp, which provide a variety of flavors and textures. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or weeknight dinner and is sure to impress your guests with its presentation and taste.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Melt 1/2 cup of butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the celery and onion and cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
3.Pour the chicken-flavored dry bread stuffing mix in the skillet and stir until evenly combined with the celery and onion mixture.
4.Drain the can of lump crabmeat and add to the skillet.
5.Add the can of small shrimp (including the liquid) to the skillet and mix well.
6.Sprinkle Old Bay Seasoning and Cajun seasoning (if using) over the filling mixture and mix.
7.Clean the whole flounder and place it in a baking dish.
8.Stuff the flounder with the filling mixture and gently pat it down to compact it.
9.Melt the remaining 1/2 cup of butter and pour it over the top of the stuffed flounder.
10.Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the flounder is cooked through and the stuffing is lightly browned and crispy.

PROS

This easy-to-make stuffed flounder is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion or family dinner.

The stuffing mixture is flavorful and includes a mix of crabmeat and shrimp for added protein and texture.

The flounder is baked, making it a healthier option than fried fish.

CONS

Flounder can be expensive and may not be readily available at all grocery stores.

Some may find the stuffing mixture to be too heavy or rich for their taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Flounder is a low-calorie and nutrient-dense fish that is high in protein, vitamins, and minerals.
It is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have been linked to improved heart health and brain function.
The crabmeat and shrimp in the stuffing mixture provide additional protein and omega-3 fatty acids, but may also be high in cholesterol.

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