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Acedias
The sole: a white fish very similar to flounder and very rich in nutrients, we tell you everything you need to know about this fish.
The sole is a fish characterized by its white, delicate flesh and a central bone , which is very easy to remove when cooking. Its oval and elongated shape, with two eyes on the top, is typical of the flatfish family. It can measure between 20 and 30 centimeters, and its colors can be white or black depending on its habitat.
Furthermore, it is a fish widely consumed in Andalusia, because it is typical of being found in the mouths of the Guadalquivir and Guadiana rivers , therefore, it is present in many typical dishes of Andalusian and Mediterranean cuisine.
Considered a white fish, sole is high in protein and very low in calories, in addition to containing other nutrients such as iron, potassium, and vitamins E and K. Sole also helps control hypertension thanks to its concentration of Omega-3 fatty acids . For all these reasons, it's a fish included in many diets and ideal for young children.
How can you prepare acedia?
There are countless recipes for preparing it, all of which are quick and easy to prepare, ensuring that all the properties of a meat with so many benefits are preserved.
This white fish, very typical of the Andalusian coast, is usually served fried , sometimes coated in flour for extra juiciness. Many restaurants along the Sanlúcar coast include it in their traditional fried fish dishes , especially if the sole are smaller than usual. Another way to cook sole, though slightly less healthy, is to bread it and then place it on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
The healthiest way to prepare sole is to boil, bake, or grill it . This will help it retain all its beneficial properties and allow you to extract all the flavor from its flesh.
Nutritional Values of Acedia
| nourisher | per 100 g | % GO |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 91 Kcal | 5% |
| Grease | 1,19 gr | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0,283 gr | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0,233 gr | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0,329 gr | |
| Carbohydrates | 0 gr | 0% |
| Sugar | 0 gr | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 gr | |
| Protein | 18,84 gr | 38 % |
| Sal Island | 0,20 gr | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | |
| Potassium | 361 mg | 18 % |
Hake and sole
Hake and sole
Although the hake is a member of the sole family, it should not be confused with this fish, as there are hundreds of species of this fish. They are very similar in appearance and taste.
Sole is usually larger, measuring around 45 centimeters, and is more voluminous and therefore heavier. In terms of flavor, they are very similar; both are low in calories, but have softer flesh.
Soles are a very diverse species, encompassing many species. One of the most striking is the common sole, which lives primarily in the central-eastern Atlantic Ocean, the northeast Atlantic, the Mediterranean, and the Black Sea.
