Like other flatfish, American plaice are laterally compressed, with a body that is fairly oval-shaped and marked with a relatively straight lateral line. They have a large mouth, a rounded tail and a body covered with small, rough scales. Their coloration varies from brown to reddish-brown, sometimes with darker patches or spots, and is pale white on their underside. They may grow as large as 50 centimetres, but they are typically around 30 centimetres. Females generally live 17-20 years.
Availability
Quebec fisheries are open from spring to fall, but our products are available yearly
Product form
Fresh whole, filet Frozen : whole, filet
Certifications
Our companies are certified by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
Fishing sector
FAO zone 21
Nutrition values
- Calories 72
- Lipides 0.6 g
- Saturés 0.2 g
- Cholestérol 70 mg
- Sodium 64.7 mg
- Glucides 0.4 g
- Protéines 16.3 g
- Calcium 9 mg
- Potassium 365 mg
- Fer 0.1 mg
Health benefits
Sole is an excellent source of selenium
Latin name
Pseudopleuronectes americanus
