Microwaved Orange Roughy with Lemon Sauce
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The traditional lemon accompaniment to fish takes on new
form in this light sauce.
Ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp butter or margarine
- 1 Tbsp flour
- 2/3 cup milk
- salt
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp snipped fresh chives (or green onion tops)
- 1.5 lbs orange roughy fillets
Directions:
Microwave butter in a 2-cup glass measure on high power for 45 seconds or
until melted. Stir in flour, coating it thoroughly. Add milk and salt; whisk
until smooth. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2.5-3 minutes or until mixture
thickens and boils, stirring once or twice. Stir in lemon juice and chives.
Set aside.
Place fillets in a 12x8 microwave-safe baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap,
venting one corner. Microwave fish on high for 4-5 minutes or until fish flakes
with fork, rotating dish once. Serve with warm sauce.
Makes 4 servings
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