Fish Meunière

Steps

1. 1Heat a 12-inch heavy pan over medium-high heat.
2. 2Meanwhile, season the fish on the meat side with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge in flour and shake off excess.
3. 3When the pan is good and hot, add the oil followed immediately by 1 tablespoon of the butter. As soon as the foaming subsides, place the fish in pan, flesh side down. Jiggle the pan for the first 10 seconds of cooking to keep the fish from sticking, then continue to cook until a golden crust forms on the fish, about 2 minutes. If the fat in the pan starts smoking around the edges, drop the heat a bit.
4. 4Using a slotted spatula or fish turner, carefully turn the fish away from you and again jiggle the pan for the first few seconds. Continue to cook until the skin turns golden brown, about 2 more minutes. Remove to a warm plate.
5. 5Pour out the cooking fat, then add the remaining butter and the capers. Cook until the capers begin to crisp, then remove the pan from the heat, add lemon juice to pan and swirl until the sauce thickens slightly. Pour the sauce over the fish, garnish if parsley, if desired, and serve.