
Plaice
(Rødspette) is a flatfish that has its eyes on the right side,
and smooth grey or brown skin with numerous characteristic red spots.
The species is common in the North Sea from the intertidal zone down to
depths of 250 metres.
Plaice is regarded as a territorial species, but when the
spawning period pproaches, it may undertake long migrations to
particular spawning grounds. The main spawning grounds for North Sea
plaice are south of Dogger Bank.
Use
Sold fresh
as whole fish and fillets or as frozen fillets. Plaice can be fried,
poached and grilled. It can also be breaded, deep-fried and served as
the well-known dish fish and chips.
Nutritional content
Plaice contains vitamins A and D.
Seafood from Norway.
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PLEURONECTES PLATESSA
SEASON
July to December
SIZE
25 to 40 cm
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