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Buy Flounder Fish or Flounder Fillet

Fjordpol As is one of the largest processors of Flounder. We provide imports and exports both within and outside Europe. So if you want to buy Flounder(Platischys flesus) look no further than the experienced fishermen and fish processors of Fjordpol As.

  • ✅ Sustainably and transparently processed.
  • ✅ Fast delivery, frozen and/or freshly packaged.
  • ✅ Real-time processing updates.
  • ✅ From procurement to finished product in-house.

Options & Packaging of Flounder

Flounder is a well-known North Sea flatfish with a mild taste, firm texture and excellent value for money. At Fjordpol As, we offer flounder in various processing forms, tailored to the needs of our customers in catering, retail and wholesale. Thanks to our experience in flatfish processing, we guarantee consistent quality, fast delivery and maximum freshness.

  • Whole (with or without skin)
  • - In various weights
  • - individually quick frozen and fresh
  • Filet (with or without skin):
  • - In various weights
  • - single or double
  • - individually quick frozen and fresh
  • - Breaded and/or Pre-fried

Whole

  • Bulk 5–20 kg carton box
  • Bulk 6–20 kg Polystyrene box
  • Individually vacuum packed by piece and chain

Filet

  • Bulk 5–20 kg cardboard box
  • Bulk 3–20 kg Polystyrene box
  • Individually vacuum packed by piece and chain
  • Retail bag 500–1000 g
  • Retail boxes 250–500 g

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Processing of Whole Flounder Fish and Flounder Fillets into fresh and frozen products

At Fjordpol, flounder is processed into a variety of product forms, including whole fish, flounder fillets and ready-to-eat. Both fresh and frozen products are offered to meet various market demands. Processing is done with attention to preserving flavor and texture, under strict food safety standards. This versatility makes flounder suitable for use in catering, fish stores and food service.

Import of fresh Flounder Fish and Flounder Fillet to Norway

Fjordpol imports flounder mainly from the North Sea and surrounding waters through Dutch and Belgian fish auctions. The flounder is supplied fresh, carefully selected immediately after the catch to ensure quality and freshness. Through long-term partnerships with suppliers, the supply is reliable and tailored to the demand of customers in Norway and abroad..

Export of Whole Flounder Fish and Flounder Fillets to wholesalers within & outside Europe

Fjordpol exports exports flounder to several European countries, including southern Europe and Scandinavia. The fish is supplied in various forms, such as whole fish and fillets, and both fresh and frozen. Thanks to efficient logistics and a wide product range, Neerlandia can respond quickly to the demand of foreign buyers, thus contributing to the popularity of flounder in international markets.

Flounder

Platischys flesus

  • Quality:Freshly delivered daily
  • Method of capture:Twinrig
  • Origin: Entire North Sea Coast
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Frequently Asked Questions about Flounder

The flounder (Platichthys flesus) is a flatfish belonging to the plaice family. It is a relatively small, flat fish common in the North Sea, Wadden Sea, rivers and estuaries. It resembles plaice but has a less pronounced color and a somewhat rougher skin.

You can recognise a flounder by:

  • An often sharply palpable edge on the dorsal fin
  • Smaller size than plaice, with a less pronounced color pattern
  • Brown to greenish-brown back with no conspicuous dots
  • White belly side
  • Small rough scales on the dorsal side
  • Eyes on the right side

Flounder lives in shallow coastal waters, estuaries and brackish water. You can find it in the North Sea, Wadden Sea, Eastern Scheldt and rivers such as the Rhine and Meuse. It can survive in both salt, brackish and fresh water.

Flounder mainly eats:

  • Bottom animals (worms, small shellfish, shrimp)
  • It seeks its food on or just above the seabed

The best eating period is from May through September, outside the spawning season. Then the fish meat is firmer and more flavorful. In winter, flounder is often a bit leaner.

Flounder are best caught with:

  • Sandy or muddy bottoms (they live close to the seabed)
  • Bottom lines with worms or ragworms as bait
  • Hook size 4 to 2
  • From the beach, piers or estuaries

Flounder are often caught as by-catch when fishing for plaice or sole.

Flounder is one species within the flatfish family.

Flatfish is a collective term for several species, such as plaice, sole, dab and flounder. → Flounder is thus a type of flatfish, as are plaice and sole.

Flounder is often fried or deep-fried as a whole fish because it is rather thin. You can also stew it or incorporate it into soup — its firm flesh keeps it nicely whole during cooking.

Yes. Flounder is considered sustainable because it is widespread and resilient to fishing pressure. Locally caught flounder from the North Sea or Wadden Sea is a responsible choice. Look for MSC or similar eco-labels.

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