Flounder Fillets With Spinach And Orzo Recipe

Name: Flounder Fillets With Spinach And Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs flounder fillets (about 4-6 fillets); 3 tablespoons butter (divided); 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt; 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 (6 1/2 ounce) can crab, drained; 3/4 cup orzo pasta, cooked and drained; 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 1/2 cup Ritz cracker, crushed fine; 2 tablespoons butter; 5 cups baby spinach leaves; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs flounder fillets (about 4-6 fillets)
3 tablespoons butter (divided)
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (6 1/2 ounce) can crab, drained
3/4 cup orzo pasta, cooked and drained
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup Ritz cracker, crushed fine
2 tablespoons butter
5 cups baby spinach leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Cook orzo according to directions and drain. Put into a baking dish 8 X 12. Season it with a bit of the salt and pepper, sprinkle it with the parmesean cheese and 2 t. of the butter.
3
In a non stick frying pan with 1 T. butter sautee the spinach until nicely wilted. Season with a bit of the salt and pepper. Layer this on top of the orzo.
4
Lightly sautee in 2 t. of olive oil the flounder fillets (they don't have to be completely cooked at this point). Place them on top of the orzo/spinach. Top fillets with the drained crab meat. Sautee the crushed crackers in 1 T. butter for a moment, then top the crab meat with the crumb mixture and top with parsley.
5
Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 minute.

374

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs flounder fillets (about 4-6 fillets), 3 tablespoons butter (divided), 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped, and more.

Yes, Flounder Fillets With Spinach And Orzo falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Flounder Fillets With Spinach And Orzo

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