Fresh Whole John Dory 300g-600g - Seafood Xpress UK

Highly prized by Michelin-starred chefs worldwide, the Fresh John Dory (Zeus faber) is one of the most distinctive ocean delicacies available. Sourced fresh from cold UK coastal waters, our whole John Dory is available in perfectly portioned 300g–400g and 500g–600g sizes, offering the ultimate restaurant-quality dining experience at home.

John Dory features sweet, firm white flesh with a fine, moist flake that holds its juiciness remarkably well when roasted whole on the bone. High in lean protein, low in calories, and rich in essential nutrients like Iodine and Omega-3 fatty acids, it yields an amazingly rich flavor profile. It is magnificent when oven-roasted whole with garlic butter and capers, pan-baked with Mediterranean herbs, or charcoal-grilled over open coals. Hand-prepared to your preference by our expert fishmongers, vacuum-sealed, and delivered chilled straight to your door across the UK.

Fresh Whole John Dory (300g-400g / 500g-600g)

Name: Fresh Whole John Dory (300g-400g / 500g-600g)
Brand: Seafood Xpress

£12.99

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How to Cook Whole John Dory?

Oven-Roasted Whole John Dory with Garlic & Capers: Place a cleaned 300g–600g whole fish on a baking tray. Rub with sea salt, black pepper, capers, fresh thyme, and melted butter. Roast at 200°C for 15–20 minutes (depending on size) until the flesh pulls easily away from the central bone.

Pan-Baked John Dory with Lemon & Herbs: Lay the whole fish over sliced fennel and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with dry white wine and olive oil, cover loosely with foil, and bake at 180°C for 18–22 minutes.

Charcoal-Grilled Whole Fish: Brush the whole cleaned fish generously with olive oil and herbs. Place in a flexible grill basket and barbecue over medium-hot coals for 5–7 minutes per side until smoky and tender.
Which portion size should I choose?

The 300g–400g size is ideal as a standard individual main course for one person. The 500g–600g size is perfect for a very generous individual serving or a light meal to share between two.

What does John Dory taste like?

John Dory has a mild, sweet, and delicate flavor with a fine, firm texture similar to Turbot or Halibut. Because it feeds on smaller fish, its meat is exceptionally rich, clean, and juicy.

Will I lose weight when selecting the cleaning option?

Yes. The listed weight options (300g-400g / 500g-600g) represent the whole gross weight of the fish when landed. When gutted and trimmed of its sharp head spines and fins by our fishmongers, the net weight naturally reduces by about 20–25%.