John Dory is a delicious fish with delicate white flesh and a firm, flaky texture. A saltwater fish, it has a mild, slightly sweet flavor, and can be served sautéed, baked, steamed, poached, or even coated in breadcrumbs and fried.By comparison, Dover Sole, Bass, Grouper, Snapper, Emperor, and Halibut are all similar fish. One of the most distinguishing features of John Dory is the large black dots on either side of their body