What Does Fluke Taste Like? Does Fluke Taste Good?

The ocean is vast, large, and needs respecting. Swimming deep down in its depths are hundreds and thousands of different aquatic creatures.

And we humans quite like hooking them, reeling them in, and cooking them up. When you put it like that it sounds a little brutal, but we all adore the taste of fish, right? 

There’s something about fish meat that is so flaky, crumbly, fragile, and oh-so-delicious. It’s one of those foods that is almost impossible to cook wrong – it always tastes great. The preparation, though, can be a little trickier. 

And Fluke is a delicious option to pick out of the ocean. It’s super lean, really versatile, and delightfully delicious. You can eat both the skin and the meat of this fish, but you will only find it for just 2 months during April and May. 

But what does it actually taste like? Let’s find out. 

What Is Fluke? 

As you’ve learned above, a fluke is a type of fish. It is part of the Paralichthyidae family and is classified as a marine flatfish. You’ll often find these fish swimming in the Atlantic Ocean just off the East Coast of Canada and the USA. 

It’s pretty easily identifiable by its ocellated body spots, and it’s also an incredibly fast swimmer. Typically it lives off a diet of smaller sea creatures such as squid, shrimp, sand lance, and others. 

Generally speaking, Fluke will stay deep in the ocean for most of the year until the springtime when they will move inshore to bays, beaches, and canals for spawning. The fish itself is actually pretty crucial to both commercial and recreational fishing alike. 

You can try using live or cut baits to catch them along with artificial lures, though the most recommended method for catching these fast-swimmers is trawling. 

For now, it’s totally legal to catch, sell, or buy Fluke fish and so they’re quite easily accessible if you’re hoping to try them. However, this accessibility may start to dwindle over time.

This is because Fluke has seen a significant decline that is said to be caused by overfishing. So get it while you can, who knows how much longer we’ll still be eating this flatfish. 

What Does Fluke Taste Like? 

Fluke has a stunning very delicate white flesh that is unbelievably tasty. It has a pretty mild taste and texture that is light yet luscious. Lots of people really enjoy Fluke because it doesn’t have that overpowering fishy taste that can be too much for some palettes. 

Known as the chameleons of the sea this fish can actually change both its color and texture to blend in with its surroundings. Pretty cool, right? 

Well, perhaps it can also shape-shift into other fish? Not literally, but it does taste like many other fish options out there. Some describe it as closer to Halibut, while others say Tilapia, and others Branzino. Some say it’s a mixture of all three.

As part of the flounder species, it also has a very similar flavor and a similarly lean meat. The real difference comes in the form of its texture.  

You’ll be happy to know that Fluke is also a relatively healthy fish to consume.

100g of fluke is just 91 calories, packs in 18.80g of protein, has just 1.20g of fat, and  0.20g of Omega-3. However, it does have 81mg of sodium and 48g of cholesterol. All in all, though, that’s still a pretty good healthy option. 

How To Cook And Serve Fluke? 

The beauty of Fluke fish is that there are so many different ways to cook it up. Each one as delicious as the next. I can guarantee regardless of the method you choose, you can be excited for one tasty meal. 

When you purchase Fluke you’ll typically have two options; purchase in whole or in fillets. I’d recommend those new to fish preparation to opt for the fillets as they will be much easier to prepare.

If you are a fish filleting extraordinaire then feel free to opt for the whole version. Once you have your fillets, all that’s left to do is follow your favorite recipe, and voila. A meal for one ready in minutes. 

It’s worth noting that you can eat Fluke cooked or raw. So if you have a love of raw fish dishes then you can’t pick a better fish than Fluke. In fact, even many professional chefs say that Fluke is one of the fish that reign supreme. 

Fluke tastes amazing when baked, and pan-fried. Grilling or deep-frying it also tastes divine. Be sure to serve deep-fried Fluke with tons of sauce or dip! Although my favorite was to use Fluke is to use the flakes for fish tacos – yum.

But that’s not all, you can also make fish sticks, or bread crumb and fry it. You can cook it with bamboo shoots for some amazing Asian-inspired meals and it also makes a great addition to a soup. 

Honesty, I could sit here all day and type the many different ways that you could prepare this fish. The possibilities are endless. So, get researching your very favorite recipes because there are so many delicious meals waiting for you. 

You will need to keep in mind though, that just like with most varieties of fish, it doesn’t taste great once it’s overcooked. It goes quite rubbery and loses that nice taste. So be sure to keep an eye on your fish as it cooks. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fluke The Same As Flounder? 

The Fluke often referred to as the summer flounder, is a type of flounder. It’s similar to how bluefin tuna is a tuna. Generally, Fluke overlap with many other flounder species but are typically found in different waters. 

Is Fluke Fish Healthy?

Yes, fluke is a pretty healthy fish. It is high in protein and low in calories meaning it’ll keep you nice and fuelled, and thus fuller for longer. It is sweet and mild, and a great option to appear at least semi-regularly on your dinner plates. 

Are Fluke And Halibut Similar?

Considering they are closely related, it is unsurprising that they have fairly similar tastes. The main difference between the two is that Fluke tends to be more delicate with flakier meat whereas Halibut has a firmer texture and more meat. 

Final Thoughts

Fluke tastes great and is pretty healthy, so if you haven’t tried it before then you should definitely give it a go. It’s versatile so you can cook it exactly how you’d like it and for those not overly keen on fish it doesn’t have that off-putting overly fishy taste either. 

You can choose to purchase the fish whole, or for convenience, you can opt for the pre-cut fillets that are much easier to cook with. And then the whole world is your oyster, there is so much potential for these super delicious fish. 

And with the overfishing issues of late, who knows how much longer you’ll have to try this delicacy? If there was ever a time to try this delightful fish…it’s now.

Aubrey

Founder at Butter And Salt Gatherings

Hi, I’m Aubrey, and I have been a chef for close to 8 years. Cooking has always been a passion of mine, as long as I can remember. I loved my play kitchen when I was a kid, and would offer my parents my own (albeit gross) cookie recipes to taste!

Here at ButterandSaltGatherings, I want to offer a wide range of ingredients, flavors, meals and recipes so that you can start living each day to the fullest, and enjoy only the best food.

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