Also known as Asian Sea Bass and Bhetki, Barramundi (Daangri) is a highly sought-after fish in both local and international cuisine.
📌 It yields premium-quality fillets with minimal bones, making it ideal for gourmet cooking.
📌 Known for its large, moist flakes and firm texture, it is incredibly versatile for various recipes.
📌 Its delicate, buttery flavor makes it a favorite in fine dining restaurants across the world.
📌 Whether grilled, fried, or steamed, Barramundi offers a delectable experience.
Scientific & Local Classification
✔️ English Names: Barramundi, Asian Sea Bass, Bekti, Bhetki
✔️ Local Name: Daangri
✔️ Scientific Name: Lates calcarifer
Habitat & Catching Method
✔️ Habitat: Found in coastal waters, creeks, estuaries, and brackish regions where rivers meet the sea
✔️ Fishing Method: Caught using Gillnets, Hook lines, and Bagnets
✔️ Scales: Present on the body
✔️ Jaw & Teeth: Upper jaw extends past the eye, villiform teeth (small and brush-like), smooth tongue
✔️ Dorsal Fin: Features 7–9 spines and 10–11 soft rays
✔️ Preopercle Edge: Serrated lower edge
✔️ Juveniles: Olive-brown on the back, silver on the sides and belly
✔️ Adults: Greenish-blue back with a silver underside
✔️ Eyes: Bright pink, often glowing at night
Barramundi typically weighs between 1 kg to 5 kg, with larger sizes available occasionally.
Cutting & Cooking Preferences
✔️ Best Cutting Styles:
Slices
Boneless Fillets
Boneless Biscuits
Boneless Fingers
✔️ Approximate Cutting Yields:
Whole Fish: 100%
Gutted: 80%
Headless & Gutted: 71%
Slices: 71%
Boneless Fillets: 43%
✔️ Recommended Cooking Methods:
Grilled 🍢
Barbecue (BBQ) 🔥
Fried 🍳
Steamed 🍲
Baked 🍞
✅ Supports Heart Health 🫀
✅ Regulates Blood Pressure 📉
✅ Boosts Immunity 🛡️
✅ Strengthens Bones 🦴
✅ Enhances Skin & Hair Health ✨