Dover Sole with Pea, Mint & Lemon Cream *North Sea Recipe*

 

A fresh, spring inspired twist on a classic fish - light, vibrant, and full of flavour

This recipe pairs delicately pan fried Dover sole with a silky pea, mint, and lemon cream sauce. It’s bright, elegant, and beautifully British, a perfect balance of freshness and comfort.

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✅ Why You’ll Love It

• A unique spin on a traditional fish

• Creamy but still refreshing

• Ready in under 25 minutes

• Perfect for spring, summer, or dinner guests

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🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2)

For the Dover Sole

• 2 Dover sole fillets or whole skinned fish

• 1 tbsp plain flour

• Salt & black pepper

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter

• Lemon zest (from ½ lemon)

For the Pea, Mint & Lemon Cream

• 150g frozen peas

• 100ml double cream

• 1 small shallot, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 small garlic clove, crushed

• 6–8 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Pinch of nutmeg

• Salt & pepper

To Serve

• Extra mint leaves

• Lemon wedges

• New potatoes or asparagus

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🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Make the pea & mint lemon cream

1. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a small saucepan.

2. Add the chopped shallot and cook gently for 2–3 minutes until soft.

3. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

4. Stir in the peas and double cream.

5. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the peas are tender.

6. Add lemon juice, mint, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

7. Lightly crush some of the peas with a spoon to thicken the sauce.

Set aside and keep warm.

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2️⃣ Prepare the fish

1. Pat the Dover sole dry.

2. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.

3. Lightly dust with flour and shake off any excess.

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3️⃣ Pan-fry the Dover sole

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.

2. Add the fish and pan-fry for 3–4 minutes per side (less if using fillets) until golden and just cooked through.

3. Remove carefully using two spatulas - it’s delicate!

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4️⃣ Assemble the dish

• Spoon the warm pea, mint & lemon cream onto plates.

• Lay the Dover sole on top.

• Finish with extra mint, lemon wedges, and cracked black pepper.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Buttered new potatoes

• Grilled courgettes

• Steamed asparagus or green beans

• A crisp white wine like Picpoul or Albariño

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⭐ Chef’s Notes

• Don’t skip the lemon zest — it perfumes the fish beautifully.

• For extra richness, add a knob of butter to the pan at the end and baste the fish.

• You can swap mint for chives or parsley if preferred.

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