Pan Fried Dover Sole Meuniere with Clams

Dover sole meuniere. A classical Dover sole French dish with juicy clams in an infused tarragon and lemon buttered sauce. Traditionally served with buttered potatoes.

  • Beginner
  • Serves 2
  • 30 minutes
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What you’ll need

  • 1 whole dover sole
  • 2 tbsp plain flour
  • 400g meretrix clams
  • 125g butter
  • bunch of tarragon
  • clove of garlic finely sliced
  • juice of one lemon

Let's Cook!

Pan Fried Dover Sole Meuniere with Clams
Step 1

Coat the sole lightly in seasoned flour.

Pan Fried Dover Sole Meuniere with Clams
Step 2

Place a large non stick frying pan on a high heat and cook the sole for 5 mins each side until golden. Remove to a large platter and place in a warm oven.

Pan Fried Dover Sole Meuniere with Clams
Step 3

In the same frying pan melt the butter with the garlic and leaves from the tarragon stalks until bubbling. Add the clams to the melted butter and heat through

Pan Fried Dover Sole Meuniere with Clams
Step 4

Finish with a squeeze of lemon and tip over the Dover sole - serve immediately.

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