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Great Flounder Fillets
Frozen Foods
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Great Flounder Fillets

GORTON'S
15.20 oz
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
10g
Protein
3g
Sugars
600mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
52
Ingredients

What You Should Know

GORTON’S Great Flounder Fillets are a familiar frozen seafood option you’ll find in the supermarket freezer aisle in the breaded/frozen seafood bay — usually shelved near other ready-to-cook fish sticks, battered fillets, and frozen shrimp. Packaged in a 15.2 oz box, the product leans on Gorton’s long-standing New England fishing heritage and family-friendly convenience: an attractive choice for shoppers who want a quick seafood dinner without the fish counter. It suits weeknight family meals, kids’ dinners, and casual get-togethers where oven-baked or air-fried crunchy fish is desired. The brand positions itself as a trustworthy, time-honored seafood maker that emphasizes responsible sourcing and “fresh taste,” appealing to parents and value-minded shoppers who remember the brand from childhood. Label cues include descriptive copy about heritage and ocean stewardship, and ingredient highlights like “flounder fillets” and “breadcrumb coating”; there are no organic seals, and claims such as “natural flavor” or “made in USA” create mild health and quality halos without implying certified “natural” or organic status. In plain terms, this is a processed, breaded frozen seafood product: fish fillets have been treated, coated, and frozen with stabilizers and breading to preserve texture and extend shelf life. Sensory notes: the exterior crisps to a golden, textured breadcrumb crust after baking or frying, while the interior flakes into tender white fish with a light, slightly saline seafood flavor; typical rituals include oven baking, serving with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and quick sides like fries or steamed vegetables. The box and pre-portioned fillet format emphasize speed and convenience in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium600mg26%
Total Carbohydrate27g10%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein10g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Flounder, Fillets,, Breadcrumb, Coating,, Vegetable, Oil,, Flounder, Fillets, Flounder,, Water,, Sodium, Tripolyphosphate, (to, Retain, Fish, Moisture),, Breadcrumb, Coating, Wheat, Flour,, Water,, Yellow, Corn, Flour,, Sugar,, Salt,, Whey,, Baking, Powder, (Baking, Soda,, Sodium, Aluminum, Phosphate),, Yeast,, Maltodextrin,, Lemon, Juice, Solids,, Citric, Acid,, Garlic, Powder,, Natural, Flavor,, Spices,, Vegetable, Oil, Canola, and/or, Soybean, Oil..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • sodium tripolyphosphate - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (sodium tripolyphosphate, maltodextrin, natural flavor, leavening agents, refined oils) and is a ready-to-cook breaded frozen product, fitting the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Great Flounder Fillets

That really depends on your definition of healthy! These fillets pack a decent amount of protein (10g per serving) and are relatively low in sugar, which is great if you're looking for a protein boost. However, they do have some sodium (600mg) and are not exactly what you'd call 'minimalist' in terms of processing. So if you're balancing a diet, consider these as an occasional treat rather than an everyday staple.

Perfect For

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back-to-school
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