NZ Sole are grey to greenish-brown on the upper side with faint, slightly darker marbling. Their underside is white. The body is oval in shape with the widest part well forward of the centre. Their scales are very rough. The head is small, and the eyes are close together on the edge of a slightly protruding snout. The dorsal fin begins above the eye.
Belonging to the Pleuronectidae family (righteye flounders) they can only be found in New Zealand. They are widespread around New Zealand waters but abundant in the South Island, from near the shore to depths of up to 100 metres.
NZ Sole are delicate in texture and have low oil content. The upper fillets are darker in colour, but whiten when cooked. This fish can be poached, fried, grilled, baked or steamed.
Scientific Name: Peltorhamphus novaezeelandiae
Pack:
10kg
Size:
A (175-250g), B (250-325g), C (325-400g), D (400-500),
E (500-600g), F (600-700g), G (700-800g), H (800g +)
Form:
Whole Round
