Sole (Solea solea), which lives on the sandy bottoms of the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, is fished along the Atlantic and Cantabrian coasts during the first months of the year.
Flat fish, asymmetrical body, small eyes and mouth, rough scales and a moustache on the snout. On the side of the eyes its colour is brownish or greyish brown, with irregular dark spots. Both the dorsal and anal fins are almost joined to the tail by a membrane. The lateral line of the sole is straight and runs along both sides of the body.
Sole is a low-fat white fish, ideal for low-calorie diets and for those who want to reduce their cholesterol level. Lean meat rich in amino acids, B vitamins (B3 and B9 or folic acid) and minerals (phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, iodine and iron). Essential elements for the proper functioning of the organism.
The most common sizes are 300/400 gr. (portion), but there are also those of around 1 kg.
Name: Sole (Solea solea)
FAO 3-alpha code: SOL
Catch or farming area: FAO-27
Sub-area: To be specified at time of delivery
Method of production: Capture
Fishing gear: gill nets and similar
Store between: 0-4°C
IMPORTANT: The net quantity and expiry date of the product shall be specified at the time of delivery.
At Mariskito we send you portioned sole prepared the way you want it, either with skin, without skin or in fillets.
And to ensure that your order arrives in the best conditions, at Mariskito we prepare it in an isothermal box with ice inside, to keep it cold for up to 48 hours without the need for refrigeration. In addition, we use refrigerated vehicles to ensure that the cold chain is not broken.
Preserving sole is very simple, as all you have to do is keep it refrigerated in the fridge between 0º and 4ºC. Our recommendation is that you eat it as fresh as possible, i.e. the sooner you eat it, the better its flavour will be and the greater its properties will be. However, you can freeze it as soon as you receive it and cook it whenever you want.
Sole is a highly prized fish because of its fine, white flesh and delicate flavour. The small ones are usually lightly floured and grilled over a high heat. The large ones, although they are also excellent simply grilled, can be baked or filleted.
However, if you haven't decided on a recipe yet, here are a few delicious suggestions: