Red Mullet & Gurnard

The red mullet-barbet belongs to the family of Mullidae. Its scientific name is Mullus surmuletus, not to be confused with its cousin mullet-barbet mud "Mullus barbatus" which is smaller "10-20 cm" and paler colors and less fine in taste. Its average size varies from 15 to 30 centimeters. Its flesh is very fine, firm, whitish. Red mullet has become a noble fish, it is widely used in restaurants for its various taste qualities. Le Rouget au four is a simple and easy-to-prepare dish that is also very popular and renowned for its exquisite flavors !