Round, White spots in flounder fillet

From: Terry Hall (thall@aholdusa.com)
Date: Tue Feb 04 2003 - 09:03:21 PST

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    Hi All,
         Does anyone know what these round white spots in flounder fillet could
    be? On average, they are 1/8 to 1/4 inches in diameter. They are almost
    pure white, and the flesh is very soft (almost disintegrates to the touch.)
    It's as if there was ice on top of the fillets and melted, resulting in a
    bleaching out of the flesh. I don't think this is what caused it, however,
    because there's no excessive water in the cases and I'm finding this
    throughout the cases. I'm finding this in about 10% of the lot. I see no
    evidence of any parasites. The product is being cut in Canada.
         Any answers will be appreciated.

    Thanks
    Terry

    Terry L. Hall
    Seafood Inspector
    Giant Distribution Center
    1621 Industrial Drive
    Carlisle, Pa 17013
    Ph. 717-249-8033 ext 7661
    Fax 717-240-7583

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