Whiting Meunière (France)
Whiting Meunière is a classic French dish featuring delicate whiting fillets lightly dredged in flour, pan-fried in butter until golden, and finished with a sauce of browned butter, lemon juice, and parsley. Originating from coastal regions of France, it showcases the simple elegance of French home cooking, where fresh, quality ingredients are prepared with minimal fuss to highlight their natural flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, moderate-fat meal with minimal carbohydrates, providing a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and essential vitamins. A typical serving contains approximately 300-400 calories, depending on the amount of butter used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.5 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 0.5 g |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
Per 1 fillet with sauce (about 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'meunière' technique, meaning 'miller's wife' in French, refers to the method of coating fish in flour before cooking, a practice believed to protect delicate flesh and create a crisp texture. Nutritionally, whiting is a lean white fish rich in phosphorus and B vitamins, making it a heart-healthy choice when prepared with moderate butter.
