Melt butter in a skillet. While foaming is subsiding, lightly dredge roe in flour and shake off excess. Add roe and cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Turn over, and brown on the other side. Remove the roe to a plate.
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If necessary add more butter to the skillet. Add ginger and saute for a moment. Add lemon juice and remove from heat;season with salt and pepper, add parsley or chives and spoon over shad roe. Serve with lemon or lime wedges.
