Lemon Sole (Sole)

Lemon Sole (Sole Fish) — Delicate, Mild & Premium White Fish for Fry, Grill & Healthy Cooking | Nationwide Delivery

Lemon Sole — commonly known simply as Sole Fish — is a premium flatfish loved for its ultra-soft texture, delicate flakes, and clean, mild flavor. It’s one of the best choices for people who enjoy light, refined seafood that’s easy to cook and gentle on the palate.

This fish is especially popular in continental and healthy recipes because it cooks quickly and stays tender without becoming dry. Lemon Sole works beautifully for pan-fry, shallow fry, grill, butter-lemon recipes, baking, steaming, and light curries. Its subtle flavor pairs perfectly with simple seasonings, herbs, and light masala.

For customers living outside Karachi — including Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Sialkot, Peshawar — Anbar Fish delivers Lemon Sole using temperature-controlled cold-chain packaging, ensuring it reaches your home fresh, chilled, and restaurant-quality.

Similar Seafood to Try

If you enjoy Lemon Sole, you may also like: River Sole (Saul Fish), Bhetki (Daangri), Tilapia Fillet

Flavor Profile

Lemon Sole (Sole) has a mild, sweet flavor but is milder than Rock Sole. They have the classic tender, fine-flaked white flesh which you expect from flatfish.

Nomenclature

• English Name: Lemon Sole, Darkfinned Flounder, Dover Sole
• Local Name: Sole
• Scientific Name: Laeops nigrescens

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Habitat

Lemon Sole (Sole) is a Sea fish that mainly lives in Demersal regions at approx. 220–238 m.

Catching Method

At Anbar Fish, we ensure that Lemon (Sole) Fish is caught using responsible fishing methods, including trawl nets and bottom-set gill nets. These practices help maintain the fish population while protecting the marine ecosystem.

Physical Attributes

Lemon Sole has Scales on the body. Like most flatfish, the Lemon sole has a rather peculiar look. It has a small head with small protruding eyes that are very close together and a small mouth. Body elliptical.

Color

They are usually various shades of reddish-brown, with a tinge of pink and orange, pink and green flecks and a white underside. The lemon sole has an orange patch behind its pectoral fin. The skin is very slimy and has an almost pearlescent shine to it.

Size

On average, Lemon Sole (Sole) size range is 250 gram to 1 kg per fish. However, Other sizes are also occasionally available.

Cutting Preferences

Lemon Sole is preferred for Boneless Fillets and Boneless Fingers

Approx. Cutting Yields

• Whole: 100%
• Gutted: 50%
• Headless and Gutted: 50%
• Slices: 48%
• Boneless: 33%

Why Lemon Sole (Sole Fish) Is a Premium Choice

Extremely Soft & Delicate White Meat – Melts in the mouth
Mild, Clean Flavor – Non-fishy and family friendly
Quick Cooking Time – Perfect for busy kitchens
High Meat Yield for a Flatfish
Fresh, Chilled Nationwide Delivery
Hygienically Cleaned & Ready to Cook

Health Benefits of Lemon Sole

High in Lean Protein – Supports muscle & recovery
Very Low in Fat & Calories – Ideal for weight-loss diets
Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Good for heart & brain health
Vitamin B12 & Essential Minerals – Boost energy & immunity
Easy to Digest – Perfect for kids, seniors & diet meals

Cooking Inspiration

Pan-Fried Lemon Sole – Light, buttery & elegant
Sole Fish Fry – Crispy outside, soft inside
Grilled Sole with Herbs – Clean & aromatic
Baked Lemon Sole – Healthy and flavorful
Steamed Sole Fish – Gentle and nutritious
Light Sole Curry – Mild masala without overpowering
Continental Fish Platters – Perfect presentation

Chef’s Tip: Lemon Sole cooks very fast — remove from heat as soon as the flesh turns opaque to keep it tender and juicy.

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