Soles Meunières and New Potatoes Steamed with Thyme Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 sole fillets
• 4 tbsp plain flour
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lemon, juice and zest
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 500g new potatoes, scrubbed and halved
• A handful of fresh thyme

Instructions:

1. Start by prepping the potatoes. Add them to a steamer basket along with the fresh thyme and steam for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
2. While the potatoes cook, prepare the sole fillets. Pat them dry with paper towels and sprinkle them with salt and pepper.
3. Add the flour to a plate and coat both sides of the fillets with it, shaking off any excess.
4. In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
5. When the butter is foaming, add the minced garlic and cook for a few seconds, stirring constantly.
6. Add the coated sole fillets to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Remove the fillets from the pan and place them onto a serving platter.
8. Add any remaining butter and garlic to the pan and let it cook for a minute or two until it turns golden brown.
9. Remove the pan from the heat and add the lemon juice and zest, stirring well to combine.
10. Pour the lemon and butter sauce over the cooked sole fillets and serve immediately with the steamed new potatoes.

Verdict and Serving Suggestions:

Soles meunières and new potatoes steamed with thyme is a classic French bistro dish that is quick and easy to make at home. The tender and flaky sole fillets are coated in a simple flour coating that’s fried up in butter until golden brown and served with a zesty lemon butter sauce. The new potatoes, steamed with fresh thyme, make for a delicious and hearty side dish that complements the meal perfectly. This dish is a great option for a quick and elegant dinner party or a weeknight meal with the family. Serve with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine for a truly authentic French bistro experience.