Protein Food
Flounder Fillet
About This Entry
Flounder fillet is thin, mild flatfish — stuffing and rolling are common. Light whites with citrus and herb notes match simple preparations.
Beginner Guide
Many species are sold as flounder; summer flounder, a common US Atlantic species, is used as the representative example here.
FAQ
- What is Flounder Fillet?
- Summer flounder is a common US Atlantic species in this entry.
- How should Flounder Fillet be cooked for best results?
- Do not overcook lean fillets; shellfish should be opaque and firm. Rest fish briefly before serving.
At a Glance
Group
Fin Fish
Classification
Animal Protein Foods
Species
flounder
Scientific name
Paralichthys dentatus
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Flounder Fillet
- Classification
- Animal Protein Foods
- Group
- Fin Fish
- Scientific name
- Paralichthys dentatus
- Species
- flounder
Taxonomy
- Cut type
- fillet
- Anatomical cut
- fillet
- Bone state
- boneless
- Processing state
- fresh
- Fat content
- lean
- Primary cooking methods
- pan sear, bake
- Recommended doneness
- well done