Fried Flounder Recipe with Sweet Corn Spoonbread

This Fried Flounder with Sweet Corn Spoonbread Recipe was a huge hit when I served it up to my wife and our 10-year-old daughter.

Weeknight dinners need to be fast, delicious, and family-friendly. This fried flounder recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. The fish fries up crisp and golden, while the sweet corn spoonbread is creamy and comforting. Together, they make a meal that feels special without a lot of effort.

Fried Flounder & Spoon Bread: A Family Favorite

My wife really likes fish and loves life at our house when I am developing new flounder recipes.

Flounder is a mild, flaky fish that’s perfect for frying. It doesn’t have an overpowering flavor, so kids and picky eaters love it. The coating - panko breadcrumbs mixed with crushed Ritz crackers - adds an irresistible crunch our daughter absolutely loved. And since flounder fillets cook in just a few minutes, this dish comes together quickly.

The spoonbread, a Southern staple, is a cross between cornbread and a soufflé. Unlike traditional cornbread, spoon bread is soft enough to scoop with a spoon. Adding cream corn, sour cream, and melted butter makes it rich and creamy, with just the right balance of sweetness. It's the perfect side dish to help fight the winter doldrums here in North Dakota, and remind me of what life was like when I lived in the South.

Why This Is Our Favorite Fried Flounder Recipe

• Kid-approved – Mild fish and crispy coating made it a hit with our 10-year-old daughter.
• Quick and easy – Dinner is ready in under 40 minutes.
• Southern comfort – This Spoon bread recipe is a cozy, classic side dish.
• Perfect for busy parents – Simple ingredients and minimal prep.

How to Clean a Flounder You Catch Yourself

You can watch this YouTube video and learn from Jeff Benda on how to fillet a fresh-caught flounder. This process will also work to clean any flat fish like halibut, fluke, sole, place, or turbot.

What You'll Need To Make This Flounder Recipe

Fried Flounder Recipe Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless flounder fillets
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 8 Ritz crackers, crushed
• 2 cups canola or vegetable oil for frying

Sweet Corn Spoon Bread Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon canola oil, vegetable oil, or nonstick spray
• 1 (8.5-ounce) package Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
• 1 (14.75-ounce) can cream corn
• 1 cup corn kernels, canned or frozen
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 2 Tablespoons sugar
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

How To Make Fried Flounder and Spoon Bread

Step 1: Prepare the Flounder

1. Pat flounder fillets dry with paper towels.
2. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
3. Set up a breading station with three large plates:
   • First plate: flour.
   • Second plate: beaten eggs.
   • Third plate: panko breadcrumbs and crushed Ritz crackers mixed together.
4. Dredge each fillet in flour, shaking off excess.
5. Dip into the egg wash.
6. Press into the breadcrumb-cracker mixture to coat well.
7. Set fillets on a plate and let rest while preparing the spoonbread.

Step 2: Make the Sweet Corn Spoonbread

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a cast iron skillet or coat with nonstick spray.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together Corn Muffin Mix, cream corn, corn kernels, sour cream, Greek yogurt, melted butter, eggs, sugar, and salt.

3. Spread mixture into the greased skillet.

4. Bake until golden brown and set, about 25 minutes.

Step 3: Fry the Flounder

1. Heat 2 cups oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 375 degrees F.

2. Fry breaded fillets, turning frequently, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes.

3. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

4. Season with remaining ½ teaspoon kosher salt.

5. Serve the fried flounder immediately with spoonbread.

Pro Tips For The Best Fried Flounder Recipes

• Don’t skip resting the breaded fillets. It helps the coating stick better when frying.
• Check your oil temperature. If it’s too hot, the coating burns before the fish cooks. Too cold, and the fish absorbs too much oil.
• Serve right away. Fried fish is best eaten fresh and crispy.

What To Serve With Fried Flounder and Spoon Bread

This flounder recipe pairs well with a simple side salad or steamed green beans. A squeeze of fresh lemon over the fish brightens up the flavors. If you like a little heat, serve with hot sauce or a spicy remoulade.

Tested And Approved Flounder Recipe

This flounder recipe and spoon bread recipe, just like all of the recipes you'll find on this food blog, was tested and approved by my wife and our 10-year-old daughter. That way, you can be assured they are family friendly.

If you are looking for another great recipe for a fish you can catch along the Gulf coast, be sure and check out our Grilled Halibut or Fish Piccata or Easy Pan Seared Redfish or Butter Poached Puffer Fish or Whole Roasted Branzino. Or find all of our fish recipes here.

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