Grilled Flounder in Foil
Grilled Flounder in Foil is the perfect choice for a light, nutritious, and no-fuss seafood dinner. Wrapping the fillets in foil keeps them moist and flavorful while making cleanup a breeze. This recipe is versatile, quick to prepare, and ideal for weeknights or summer cookouts.
Equipment
- 1 Grill (or oven for indoor option)
- 1 Aluminum foil
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Knife & cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 flounder fillets about 6 oz each
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 tbsp butter optional, for extra richness
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Heat grill to medium-high.
- Prepare Foil Packets: Tear 4 large sheets of foil. Place a flounder fillet in the center of each.
- Season Fish: Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add lemon slices and parsley on top. Dot with butter if desired.
- Seal Packets: Fold foil over fish and seal tightly to form packets.
- Grill: Place packets on grill, cook for 12-15 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Carefully open packets (watch steam!) and serve hot with extra lemon wedges.
Notes
- For oven method: bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes.
- Try adding zucchini, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes inside the foil for a full meal.
- Works well with other mild white fish like tilapia or sole.