A small, right-eyed flatfish prized for its delicate white flesh and mild, sweet flavour. Despite its name, lemon sole, Microstomus kitt, is not a true sole but a member of the righteye flounder family, found in the northeastern Atlantic. Its name may derive from the French limande or from its lemon-yellow tinged fins. The fish is typically sold whole or as fillets and suits gentle cooking: grilling, pan-frying in butter, or poaching. Because the flesh is lean and delicate, it overcooks easily. Buyers seeking sustainable choices should check current stock assessments, as some flatfish fisheries face pressure.