Boiled flounder with vegetables

8 servings

25 minutes

Boiled flounder with vegetables is a simple yet exquisite dish of Russian cuisine that embodies harmony of flavors and nutrition. Flounder, with its tender texture and delicate taste, pairs perfectly with aromatic vegetables: onion, carrot, and parsley root. Adding milk during cooking gives the fish softness and a special creamy note, while bay leaf completes the flavor composition with a light spiciness. The dish is served with chopped fresh parsley that refreshes its taste. Boiled flounder with vegetables is not only a great option for healthy eating but also a gastronomic pleasure highlighting the traditions of Russian cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 131.9
• Proteins: 21.9g
• Fats: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 4.4g

Ingredients

• Flounder: 1 kg
• Onion: 1 head
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Parsley: 1 bunch
• Parsley root: 1 pc
• Milk: 0.8 glass
• Bay leaf: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Clean the flounder, cut the flesh into pieces, and place it in a pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Flounder: 1 kg

2. Place finely chopped onion, carrot, and parsley root on the fish, add milk, salt, and pour cold water to cover the fish completely. Boil for 15 minutes, adding a bay leaf towards the end of cooking.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Parsley root: 1 piece
   • Milk: 0.8 glass
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Bay leaf:  to taste

3. Place the flounder fillet on a plate and sprinkle with finely chopped parsley.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parsley: 1 bunch