GOLDEN POMPANO (IQF) গোল্ডেন রূপচাদা মাছ

Origin & Habitat:
Shol fish, also known as Snakehead Murrel, is a freshwater predatory fish found in rivers, canals, ponds, and swamps across Bangladesh, India, and Southeast Asia. It’s locally called Shol in Bengali.

Appearance:

• Long, cylindrical body that looks snake-like

• Dark brown or blackish on top, lighter on the belly

• Large mouth with sharp teeth

• No scales on the head (smooth surface)

Weight: Usually 500 grams – 3 kg, but some grow up to 6–7 kg in natural rivers.

Taste:

• Firm, tasty flesh with fewer bones

• Considered very nutritious and healthy

• Often recommended for weak or recovering patients

Nutritional Value:

• High-quality protein

• Rich in iron, calcium, and phosphorus

• Contains omega-3 fatty acids and amino acids that help in tissue repair

Uses:

• Cooked in curries (shol machher jhol)

• Fried or roasted with spices

• In traditional medicine, shol is believed to help in healing after surgery or illness

Origin & Habitat:
Carp is one of the most common freshwater fish in the world. Native to Europe and Asia, it is now widely farmed across the globe, including Bangladesh, India, China, and the USA.

Appearance:

• Medium to large size

• Thick body with large shiny scales

• Colors vary from silver, golden to grayish-black

Weight: Can range from 1–15 kg depending on species and environment.

Taste:

• Mild and slightly sweet flavor

• Firm but tender flesh

• Some species have fine bones, while others have fewer bones

Nutritional Value:

• Rich in protein

• Contains omega-3 fatty acids

• Good source of vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium

Uses:

• Widely used in curries (machher jhol in Bengali cuisine)

• Grilled, fried, or baked

• A staple fish in South Asian and East European cuisine

Origin & Habitat:
Tailla fish is a freshwater fish commonly found in rivers, canals, and ponds of Bangladesh, India, and some other South Asian regions. It is a popular local fish, often available in wet markets.

Appearance:

• Medium-sized, elongated body

• Silver-gray color with a darker back

• Smooth skin with fine scales

Weight: Generally ranges from 250 grams to 2 kilograms, depending on age and habitat.

Taste:

• Flesh is soft, juicy, and tasty

• Contains moderate bones but easy to eat

• Popular in traditional home-style curries

Nutritional Value:

• High in protein

• Contains calcium, iron, and phosphorus

• Good source of vitamin B complex

Uses:

• Very popular for making machher jhol (fish curry)

• Can be fried, curried, or cooked with vegetables

• Sometimes used in festive meals in villages