Crab-Stuffed Flounder
Delicate flounder fillets rolled around a savory crab stuffing and baked until flaky. An elegant seafood dinner for special occasions.
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish.
- 2
Make the stuffing: combine crab, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, mustard, dill, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Lay flounder fillets flat. Divide stuffing among them, placing it at one end of each fillet.
- 4
Roll the fillets around the stuffing and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- 5
Mix melted butter with remaining lemon juice and wine. Pour over the fish. Sprinkle with paprika.
- 6
Bake for 22-25 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- 7
Serve immediately with pan juices spooned over and lemon wedges alongside.
Chef's Tips
- Choose thin, even fillets that will roll easily.
- Sole or tilapia can substitute for flounder.
- Secure the rolls with toothpicks if needed, but remove before serving.
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