Plaice (Pleuronectes platessa)

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Available: June - December Catch method - gill net, demersal trawl Sea Areas - IVa IVb IVc VIId VIIe VIIh Landed Peterhead, Newhaven, Brixham, Newlyn 350-400g Plaice, easily identi fiable, by their bright orange and red spots, are very affordable flatfish alternatives to brill. lemon sole and megrim. They exhibit a unique fragrance both fresh and cooked and have traditionally been prized as the goto flatfish for the UK fish and chip sector. Summer - Autumn is the best time to eat them when they’re in prime condition. For best results: Pan fry whole on the bone dredged in well-seasoned flour and serve with fresh lemon. The fillets also deep or shallow fry beautifully in a light batter or panko crumbs Show more