June 21, 2018

DOVER SOLE WITH LEMON AND BASIL EN PAPILLOTE

Dover sole en papillote

 

A delicate delight: Dover sole with lemon and basil

When it comes to preparing a delicious and sophisticated fish dish, look no further than a papillote of Dover sole with lemon and basil. This dish is a true masterpiece of taste and simplicity, featuring the delicate taste of sole paired with the fresh and herby notes of lemon and basil. It’s a classic combination that will elevate your taste buds to new heights.

The Art of papillote: a versatile and healthy cooking method

Cooking fish has never been easier or more delicious than with the versatile and healthy method of papillote. Whether you opt for fish or vegetables, the choice is yours and the options are endless. I recently prepared a Dover sole with lemon and basil, simply because they were readily available in my fridge. The result was nothing short of mouth-watering. Are you ready to give it a try?

A wine to impress: Charlemagne (white wine) from Burgundy

To elevate the taste of this dish even more, a white wine Charlemagne from Burgundy is an excellent wine pairing. This gold wine is made from high quality Chardonnay white grape and is known for its complexity and rich taste. It is characterized by its rich, buttery and nutty notes and its minerality that will complement the Dover sole with lemon and basil perfectly.

Easy-peasy Dover sole

If you are looking for a dish that is sure to impress your guests, a papillote of Dover sole with lemon and basil is the perfect choice. It is elegant, sophisticated and delicious, and it is sure to delight even the most discerning palate. Paired with a Charlemagne (white) from Burgundy it will elevate the taste of the dish even more. Don’t hesitate to try it and let the flavours transport you to culinary heaven.

 



 

Dover sole en papillote

DOVER SOLE WITH LEMON AND BASIL EN PAPILLOTE 

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Super speedy and healthy Dover sole with lemon and basil en papillote. Lovingly paired with a Burgundy white wine.
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Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Dover sole or lemon sole
  • 1 generous handful of fresh basil leaves finely chopped
  • 1 lemon zest
  • Olive oil
  • 2 shallots
  • 2 squares of baking paper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 200 °C.
  • Soften the shallots in a pan for 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the sole in one square.
  • Add the basil, lemon zest, a few tbsp. of shallots and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Close the papillote.
  • Repeat the process for the second square.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Serve with a green salad.

Notes

Wine pairing : Charlemagne (white wine) from Burgundy.
Papillotes de soles citron, basilic
Pour 2 personnes
2 jolies soles
Une généreuse poignée de feuilles de basilic frais émincées
Les zestes d’un citron
Huile d’olive
2 échalotes
2 carrés de papier sulfurisé
Préchauffez votre four à 200° C.
Attendrissez les échalotes dans une poêle pendant quelques minutes.
Pendant ce temps, disposez la sole dans un carré de papier.
Ajoutez-y les zestes, basilic, quelques cuillerées d’échalote puis un filet d’huile d’olive.
Refermez la papillote.
Répétez la procédure pour le second carré.
Enfournez pour 15-20 minutes.
Dégustez avec une salade verte.
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