Sole fillet
90 kcal per 100 g
Category: Fish and Seafood
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 90 kcal |
| Protein | 18g |
| Carbohydrates | 0g |
| Sugars | 0g |
| Total fats | 1.7g |
| Saturated fats | 0.4g |
| Fiber | 0g |
| Sodium | 60mg |
| Cholesterol | 56mg |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Sole fillet
The sole fillet is a clean, boneless portion of the meat from the sole, a flatfish known for its delicate texture and mild, pleasant flavor. This fillet is characterized by its white, fine, and slightly firm flesh, making it ideal for a wide variety of culinary preparations such as grilling, baking, in sauces, or frying.
Sole is a fish that primarily inhabits temperate and cold coastal waters of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, although it is also found in other regions of the world. Its capture and farming are common in European countries, but it is also widely consumed in Latin America.
From a nutritional standpoint, the sole fillet is an excellent source of lean protein, low in fat and calories, making it an ideal food for healthy diets. Furthermore, it provides B-complex vitamins, especially B12, and minerals such as phosphorus and selenium, which support the proper functioning of the nervous system and have antioxidant properties.
In various Latin American countries, sole and its fillets may be known by different names depending on the region, including flounder, flat sole, or simply flatfish fillet. However, the term sole fillet is widely recognized and used in cooking recipes to describe this clean, ready-to-cook piece.