Turbot

Turbot

scientific name:

Scophthalmus maximus

MCS Sustainability Rating:

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Origin/capture area:

Shetland, North Sea

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Description

The turbot is a large left-eyed flatfish found primarily close to shore in sandy shallow waters throughout the North Atlantic and North Sea. The European turbot has an asymmetrical disk-shaped body, and has been known to grow up to 100 cm long and 25 kg in weight. Turbot has a bright white flesh that retains this appearance when cooked and is highly prized for its delicate flavour.


Product Types

Whole Fish - Fresh

Box weight: 5Kg

  • 1 - 2Kg

Whole Fish - Fresh

Box weight: 10Kg

  • 2 - 3Kg
  • 3 - 4Kg
  • 4 - 5Kg
  • 5 - 6Kg
  • 6Kg+