{"product_id":"grey-sole-1lb-copy","title":"Black Back Flounder 1lb","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackback Flounder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, also known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Flounder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a classic New England flatfish prized for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emild, clean flavor, subtle sweetness, and tender, flaky texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Blackback produces thicker, meatier fillets than many other local flounder species while remaining delicate and quick to cook. Wild-caught by local fishermen in the cool waters off Massachusetts, it's an incredibly versatile fish that's perfect for everything from a simple pan sauté to traditional baked stuffed flounder. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend 6–8 oz per person.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThawing \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – For the best quality, thaw Blackback Flounder \u003c\/span\u003eovernight in the refrigerator\u003cspan\u003e. Once thawed, keep refrigerated and use within the recommended refrigerated shelf life. The fillets are tender and delicate, so handle them gently when removing them from the package and preparing them for cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy Seafood Recipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Preheat your broiler and place the Blackback Flounder fillets on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Brush with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emelted butter and fresh lemon juice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, then season with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic, and a sprinkle of seasoned breadcrumbs. Broil about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5–6 inches from the heat for 4–6 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on thickness, until the top is lightly golden and the fish is opaque and flakes easily. Finish with fresh parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon for a quick, classic New England seafood dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Blackback Flounder is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elean, low-fat source of high-quality protein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and provides important nutrients including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB vitamins, niacin, and selenium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A 100-gram raw serving contains approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19 grams of protein and just 1.2 grams of fat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it a light and nutritious option for an easy seafood dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Blackback Flounder gets its other common name, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Flounder (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePseudopleuronectes americanus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, from its unusual seasonal migration. During the colder months, adults move from deeper offshore waters into \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshallow Massachusetts bays and estuaries to spawn during winter and early spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Peak spawning around Massachusetts Bay and south of Cape Cod generally occurs during \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFebruary and March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. After spawning, most adults return to deeper water as coastal temperatures warm. Blackback is a true New England classic and has historically been considered one of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebest-flavored and meatiest of our smaller local flatfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrozen Shelf Life: 9 months. 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