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Lemon Sole

Pelotretis flavilatus

Southern Lemon Sole is a right-eyed flounder native to the sheltered estuaries, tidal harbours, and coastal waters of New Zealand. It thrives over sandy and muddy seabeds, typically at depths reaching up to around 385 metres. The fish grows to lengths of roughly 25–50 centimetres, giving fillets that are a practical size for both commercial and home kitchens. Its flesh is notably delicate and fine-textured, with a pale white colour that holds beautifully when cooked. These qualities make it exceptionally well suited to gentle cooking methods such as baking or pan-frying, where its subtle flavour and tender flakes are best preserved.

Key Features:

Delicate, Mild Flavour – Fine-textured white flesh with a clean, subtle taste that appeals to a wide range of palates.
Naturally Lean – Low in fat yet rich in high-quality protein, supporting healthy and balanced diets.
Light, Flaky Texture – The tender flesh cooks quickly and evenly, making it ideal for gentle cooking methods like baking or pan-frying.
Nutritionally Balanced – Provides essential nutrients including lean protein, healthy fats, and key minerals with minimal carbohydrates.
Sustainably Managed – Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, with stable populations in New Zealand waters.
Wild-Caught in Pristine Coastal Waters – Harvested from estuaries and shallow coastal zones with sandy or muddy seabeds.
Versatile in Preparation – Available whole or as fillets, perfectly suited for both commercial kitchens and retail seafood counters.
Locally Landed, Globally Marketed – A New Zealand species enjoyed domestically and exported to international markets for its consistent quality.

Sustainability

IUCN Red List: Least Concern
Considered a sustainable fishery due to its abundance and broad distribution, including presence in many marine protected areas

Grades Available

All sizes.

Ingredients

Lemon Sole (Fish)

Nutrition Information

Energy	364 kJ
Total Fat	1.3 g
Saturated Fat	0.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.3 g
Sodium	120 mg
Carbohydrate	0.3 g
Dietary Fibre	0 g
Sugars	0.3 g
Protein	18.6 g

What do we do?

Our business focus is to provide our customers with a clear, reliable supply chain, allowing them to focus on selling their product. We have established strong alliances with factories in China, Thailand, Indonesia, Africa and South America, enabling us to focus on product development and value added services for our customers.

Who are we?

Holt Seafood Company is a family-owned multi-generational business established in 1989 by Beverley and Neil Holt. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with European operations now based in Barcelona, Spain, we remain proudly independent and family-run across generations.

Why work with us?

Over 35 years in the industry has taught us what buyers actually need: consistency, reliability, and a supplier who doesn't disappear when things get difficult. We maintain direct relationships with our factories, manage quality at the source, and ensure full traceability from catch to delivery.

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