Plaice (Pleuronectes Platessa)

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 identifiable, 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