Brill
Brill
Brill lives on sandy and muddy seabeds in the North Sea, the eastern Atlantic Ocean, and around the British Isles. This large flatfish is closely related to turbot but can be easily recognized by its oval body and smooth skin without bumps. Its flesh is tender and has a subtle salty flavor.
Brill
| Latin name | Scophthalmus rhombus |
|---|---|
| Fish type | Flatfish |
| Size | 2kg+, 1-2kg, 400/1000gr, 150/4000gr |
| Possibilities | Gutted, fillet upon request. |
| Frozen possible | Yes |
| Catch area | North Sea (FAO27.IV.c) |
| Fishing method | Trawlnet |
| Packaging options | Polystyrene boxes, from 4kg |
| Availability | All year round |
Fish season
This overview shows you when brill is at its best. Brill reaches its peak from summer through February of the following year, but it is available year-round.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- Closed season
- Fish with roe
- Lean fish
- Good quality
