John Dory
- Species
- Zeus faber
- Catch area
- FAO 27 — North East Atlantic
- Production Method
- Caught at sea
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Cornwall Good Seafood Guide rating · Beam Trawling · Cornish vessels landing to Cornish ports
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Data from Cornwall Good Seafood Guide, updated April 2026
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John Dory has an instantly recognisable oval, flattened body with a dark lateral line, spines along the dorsal fin, and a distinctive round marking on each side — the thumb- and forefinger-print of Saint Peter, according to legend. Its colouring runs from silver-grey to pale gold.
The flesh is firm and delicately flavoured — prized for fine cooking. Pan-frying, grilling or gently poaching all suit it well.
Contains: Fish
