Lemon Sole Fish

Introduction

The Lemon sole, a strange-looking fish, doesn’t taste lemony. This Arabian Sea flatfish dwells along the beach. Lemon sole is one of the cheapest and tastiest flatfish. Although less adaptable than other white fish, it is ideal for simple, beautiful recipes. With its sweet flavor and solid texture, this may become a family favorite as it has no stink or irritating bones.

Flavor Profile

It tastes sweeter than Rock Sole but milder. Their soft, fine-flaked white flesh is typical of flatfish.

Nomenclature

Lemon Sole, Darkfinned Flounder, Dover Sole
Local Name: Sole
Scientific Name: Laeops nigrescens

This is a sea fish that inhabits demersal habitats at depths of 220-238 meters.

Catching Method

Gillnets and Bottom Trawls catch Lemon Sole Fish.

Physical Qualities

Body scales on Lemon Sole. it’s like other flatfish, are odd-looking. Its tiny head features close-together projecting eyes and a short mouth. Elliptical body.

Color

They are commonly reddish-brown with pink, orange, green, and white undersides. Lemon sole Fishes have orange patches behind their pectoral fins. The slimy skin shines like pearl.

Size

Lemon Sole Fishes average size is 250–1 kilogram per fish. However, other sizes are sometimes available.

Cutting Styles

It is best for Boneless Fingers and Fillets.

Approx. Cutting Yields

Whole: 100%
– Gutted: 50% – Headless and Gutted: 50% – Slices: 48%
Boneless: 33%

Preferences for cooking

Lemon Grilling, frying, steaming, and baking are better with sole.

Lemon Sole Fish Health benefits

Healthy for the heart, lowers blood pressure, and boosts immunity.
Strengthens bones
Skin and hair health improve