Provencal-Style Lemon Sole Recipe

Name: Provencal-Style Lemon Sole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 navel oranges; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large red onion, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic; 3/4 cup drained, seeded and coarsely chopped canned tomatoes; 3/4 cup dry white wine; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 5 Calamata olives, pitted and cut into thin slivers; Four 6-ounce lemon sole fillets; Chives, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Using a sharp knife, peel the oranges, removing all of the white pith.
2
Cut in between the membranes to release the orange sections into a medium bowl.
3
Heat the oil in a large, deep skillet.
4
Add the onion and garlic and cook over moderate heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
5
Stir in the tomatoes and wine and season with salt and pepper.
6
Cook until the liquid is slightly reduced, about 4 minutes.
7
Add the olives and set the fish fillets on top in a single layer.
8
Season the fish with salt and pepper, cover and cook until the fillets flake easily, about 7 minutes.
9
Using a long spatula, carefully transfer the fish to a platter and keep warm.
10
Stir the oranges into the sauce.
11
Spoon the sauce onto plates and set the fish fillets on top.
12
Garnish with the chives and serve at once.

113

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 navel oranges, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large red onion, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic, and more.

Yes, Provencal-Style Lemon Sole falls under the General 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.

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Provencal-Style Lemon Sole

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Variations & substitutions

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