Fillets of Sole In Herbed Butter

By Lorna J. Sass

Total Time: 10 minutes
Rating: 4(114)
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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings

¼teaspoon dried tarragon or ¼ teaspoon ground fennel seed or 1 teaspoon lemon zest
4tablespoons soft butter
2pounds fillet of sole
Salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste

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Preparation

Step 1
To make herb butter combine your choice of seasoning with soft butter and let stand for a few minutes.
Step 2
In one or two large skillets melt as much of the butter as you wish until it sizzles. Quickly saute the fillets for a minute or two one each side.
Step 3
Season with salt and pepper if desired.

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4 out of 5

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Mare6 years ago

Used scant 1/8 cup fresh dill instead of dried herbs - delicate and light.

Jamie7 months ago

Lemon zest in the butter, finished with lemon juice. Tossed slivered almonds in the pan after taking the fish out. Quick and delicious.

Mare6 years ago

Used scant 1/8 cup fresh dill instead of dried herbs - delicate and light.

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