Bengal Tonguesole (Patti Sole)

Bengal Tonguesole, locally known as Patti Sole (پٹّی سول) and scientifically named Cynoglossus cynoglossus, is a flat, oddly shaped bottom-dwelling fish that is often overlooked due to its appearance—but once cooked, it surprises with its delicious white meat, delicate texture, and exceptional health benefits.

Despite its low market visibility locally, Bengal Tonguesole (Patti Sole) is in high demand internationally. The majority of its catch is exported from Pakistan, especially to East and Southeast Asia, where it is prized for its clean, boneless fillets and nutritional value.

Bengal Tonguesole (Patti Sole) has mild, sweet, and tender white meat with a fine flake and no strong odor. Its boneless-friendly structure and low oil content make it ideal for pan-frying, steaming, or light gravies. The flavor is clean and satisfying—perfect for both traditional and continental recipes.

English Name: Bengal Tonguesole
Local Name (Urdu): Patti Sole (پٹّی سول)
Scientific Name: Cynoglossus cynoglossus
Family: Cynoglossidae
Order: Pleuronectiformes
Class: Actinopterygii
Phylum: Chordata

Tonguesole (Patti Sole) lives in sandy and muddy seabeds of shallow coastal waters. In Pakistan, it is caught along the Sindh and Balochistan coastline, particularly around Karachi and the Indus delta zone.

At Wholesome Seafood, Tonguesole (Patti Sole) is sourced using bottom trawling and small-net fishing. The fish is quickly iced and cleaned, as the majority of the fresh catch is graded and sent for export in frozen and fillet form.

Bengal Tonguesole (Patti Sole) has a thin, flat, elongated body with both eyes on one side, characteristic of flatfish. It has a soft skin with a brownish upper side and off-white underside. Despite its strange appearance, its meat is soft, white, and nearly boneless—making it highly valuable in processed form.

We offer Bengal Tonguesole (Patti Sol) in sizes ranging from 100 to 300 g per fish, ideal for whole fry, fillet cuts, or light curry preparations.

Cleaning Preferences

Bengal Tonguesole (Patti Sole) is available whole, headless & gutted, or filleted, depending on your preference. Most export orders require boneless fillets, but for local customers, it is also sold whole or sliced.

Patti Sole is perfect for pan-frying with light masala, steaming with lemon and herbs, or shallow-frying with garlic butter. Its delicate meat cooks quickly and is ideal for children, the elderly, and clean eaters looking for a boneless, low-fat seafood option.

Health Benefits

Bengal Tonguesole (Patti Sole) is rich in lean protein, Vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium, while being low in fat and cholesterol. It supports bone health, immune function, and weight management, making it one of the most health-conscious seafood options available. Tongue Sole & Dover Sole are both great flatfish with a small head and creamy underside. They a saltwater fish that live at the bottom of shallow oceans. Their health benefits and the firm, flavorful meat make them a desirable addition to your diet. Read an in-depth analysis of Sole fish benefits on WebMD. 

Explore more flatfish options at Wholesome Seafood:

Largetooth Flounder (Sole)
Indian Halibut (Hajjam)