"Sea tongue" CPFC per 100 g. Calories, proteins, fats, carbohydrates

Sea tongue is a fish that belongs to the genus of sea tongues within the flatfish family. It lives in warm waters of various seas and oceans.

Sea tongue has a flattened body, which is characteristic of bottom-dwelling fish. The upper part of the sea tongue is darker, and the lower part is lighter.

In cooking, sea tongue is valued for its delicate and lean meat with a pinkish tint. This fish is suitable for preparing a variety of dishes. It can be boiled, fried, baked, stewed, grilled, or steamed.

Sea tongue contains beneficial substances, such as B vitamins, vitamins A, D, E, K, as well as minerals such as potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, copper, selenium, and others.

However, as with any other fish, sea tongue may contain a small amount of mercury. Therefore, it is recommended to choose fish caught in environmentally clean areas, and to moderate consumption.