₨3,250
⚖️ Average Weight per Fish: 250g (Small and larger sizes available upon request)
💡 Note: Prices are calculated based on the pre-cleaning/cutting weight. The final weight at delivery depends on the cutting preference you select.
Category: Sea Fish
Description
Introduction
One of the most sought-after seafood varieties in Pakistan, White Pomfret (Safaid Paplet) is a true delicacy known for its mild, non-fishy taste and odorless flesh. Highly regarded for its delicate texture and premium quality, this fish is a staple in homes and restaurants alike.
📌 Popular for its firm, fine-textured meat with a naturally mild, sweet taste
📌 Ideal for various cooking styles, from grilling to deep frying
📌 Low in bones and high in healthy fats, making it a nutritious choice
White Pomfret features tender, bright white meat with fine fibers that offer a slightly chewy yet buttery texture. Unlike most fish, it does not flake along distinct lines, making it perfect for elegant seafood dishes.
✔️ English Names: White Pomfret, Silver Pomfret
✔️ Local Names: Safaid Paplet, Pitho, Ghir Pitho
✔️ Scientific Name: Pampus argenteus
✔️ Habitat: A sea fish that thrives in the demersal regions of the continental shelf, typically found at depths of up to 80 meters. White Pomfret often forms large schools over muddy seabeds.
✔️ Fishing Method: Caught using Gillnets, Bottom Trawling, and Bag Nets.
✔️ Scales: No visible scales on the body, giving it a smooth, shiny appearance
✔️ Body Shape: Deep, oval, and laterally compressed
✔️ Fins:
Dorsal & Anal Fins: Each preceded by 5–10 short, blade-like spines (embedded and barely visible in adults)
Dorsal-Fin Rays: 37–43
Caudal Fin: Deeply forked, with an extended lower lobe
✔️ Body: Silvery-white on the sides
✔️ Back: Slightly darker, with bluish or greyish tones
✔️ Best Cutting Styles:
Whole Fish
Headless
Slices
✔️ Approximate Cutting Yields:
Whole Fish: 100%
Gutted: 87%
Headless & Gutted: 75%
Slices: 70%
Boneless: 38%
✔️ Recommended Cooking Methods:
Grilled 🍢
BBQ 🔥
Fried 🍳
✅ Heart-Healthy – Supports cardiovascular wellness 🫀
✅ Lowers Blood Pressure – Helps regulate circulation 📉
✅ Boosts Immunity – Strengthens the body’s defense system 🛡️
✅ Supports Bone Strength – Rich in essential minerals 🦴
✅ Enhances Skin & Hair – Promotes overall well-being ✨
