Pout Meunière
Pout Meunière is a classic French dish featuring fresh pollack (a mild, white fish) pan-fried in browned butter, flour, and lemon. It's a simple yet elegant preparation that highlights the fish's delicate flavor, often served with parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and moderate in fat, with minimal carbohydrates. It provides a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and selenium, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 38 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 800 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2 mcg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
Per 1 fillet (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'Meunière' refers to the 'miller's wife' style of cooking, where the fish is lightly dredged in flour before frying. This technique creates a golden crust while keeping the interior tender, making it a beloved bistro staple in France.
