Origin & Habitat:
Star Baim is a type of spiny eel (Mastacembelidae family) found in freshwater rivers, canals, haors, and ponds of Bangladesh, India, and Southeast Asia. It usually lives in muddy or sandy bottoms and is active mostly at night.
Appearance:
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Long, slender, snake-like body
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Brownish or gray body with star-shaped or dotted markings (hence the name “Star Baim”)
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Narrow pointed head with small barbels
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Looks like a snake but is actually a fish
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Katla Fish is a popular freshwater fish in South Asia (mainly Bangladesh, India, and Nepal). It belongs to the carp family, grows quite large in size (often several kilograms), and has a broad head with a deep body. Katla is well known for its soft, tasty flesh and is commonly prepared in curries, fried dishes, or traditional stews.
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:
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Medium to large size
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Thick body with large shiny scales
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Colors vary from silver, golden to grayish-black
Weight: Can range from 1–15 kg depending on species and environment.
Taste:
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Mild and slightly sweet flavor
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Firm but tender flesh
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Some species have fine bones, while others have fewer bones
Nutritional Value:
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Rich in protein
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Contains omega-3 fatty acids
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Good source of vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium
Uses:
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Widely used in curries (machher jhol in Bengali cuisine)
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Grilled, fried, or baked
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A staple fish in South Asian and East European cuisine
Origin & Availability:
Lakka fish is commonly found in rivers and coastal waters of Bangladesh, India, and other parts of South Asia. It’s a freshwater and sometimes brackish-water fish, available in local markets throughout the year.
Appearance:
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Medium-sized fish, elongated body
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Silver-gray in color with a slightly darker back
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Smooth skin with small scales
Weight: Usually ranges between 200 grams to 1.5 kilograms.
Taste:
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White, soft, and flaky flesh
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Mild in flavor, easy to cook
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Few fine bones, which makes it good for curries and fries
Nutritional Value:
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High in protein
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Low in fat
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Contains calcium, phosphorus, and essential minerals
Uses:
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Popular for traditional curries (machher jhol)
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Fried or grilled
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Sometimes dried and preserved in coastal areas
Origin & Habitat:
Puti is a very common freshwater fish found in rivers, ponds, canals, and wetlands of Bangladesh, India, and other South Asian countries. It’s small in size and very popular in rural and urban diets.
Appearance:
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Small-sized fish, usually 20–100 grams
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Shiny silvery body, sometimes with light golden shade
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Slender body with small scales
Weight: Generally under 100 grams, but some varieties grow larger.
Taste:
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Very tasty and flavorful
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Soft flesh with tiny bones
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Popular for village-style curries and fries
Nutritional Value:
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Rich in protein
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High in calcium and phosphorus (good for bones)
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Contains vitamins and minerals essential for health
Uses:
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Eaten fried (crispy puti fry)
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Cooked in light curry (machher jhol) with vegetables
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Often dried and stored in rural areas
Origin & Habitat:
Rani Puti is a freshwater fish commonly found in rivers, ponds, canals, and wetlands of Bangladesh, India, and neighboring South Asian countries. It is a popular small fish in rural and urban diets.
Appearance:
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Small-sized, slender body
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Silvery-white color with a slight golden tint
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Smooth skin with tiny scales
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Pointed head and small fins
Weight:
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Usually 20–100 grams
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Very small compared to common freshwater fish
Taste:
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Soft, tender, and mild-flavored flesh
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Few tiny bones, easy to eat
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Very popular for frying whole or cooking in light curries
Nutritional Value:
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High in protein
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Contains calcium, phosphorus, and essential vitamins
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Low in fat, suitable for all ages
Uses:
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Fried crispy (Rani Puti Fry)
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Cooked in light curry (machher jhol)
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Often included in mixed fish dishes in village-style meals
Origin & Habitat:
Koi fish is a freshwater fish widely found in rivers, ponds, and canals of Bangladesh, India, and Southeast Asia. It is often farmed in ponds for food purposes and sometimes for ornamental use.
Appearance:
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Medium-sized, elongated body
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Silver-gray, sometimes golden or yellowish in color
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Smooth scales, slightly compressed body
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Broad head with a pointed mouth
Weight:
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Typically 200 grams – 1 kilogram
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Can grow larger in ponds or rivers
Taste:
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Soft, mild, and tasty flesh
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Moderate bones, suitable for curries and frying
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Popular in traditional Bengali dishes
Nutritional Value:
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High in protein
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Rich in calcium, phosphorus, and vitamins
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Low in fat, suitable for all ages
Uses:
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Cooked in curries (machher jhol)
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Fried whole or cut into pieces
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Sometimes steamed or roasted with spices
Origin & Habitat:
Kalibaush is a popular freshwater fish in South Asia. It is commonly found in rivers, haors, beels, and ponds of Bangladesh and India.
Appearance:
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Elongated, slightly flattened body
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Silvery with a golden tint
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Darker back (dorsal side)
Weight: Typically ranges from 250 grams to 2 kilograms.
Taste:
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Soft and flavorful flesh
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Medium-sized bones, but easy to eat
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Excellent for curries and stir-fried dishes
Nutritional Value:
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Rich in protein
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Contains Vitamin A, calcium, and phosphorus
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Low in fat, making it healthy
Uses:
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Popular in traditional village-style cooking
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Cooked in curries with potatoes, eggplant, or lentils
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Also suitable for frying and pan-roasting
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:
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Long, cylindrical body that looks snake-like
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Dark brown or blackish on top, lighter on the belly
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Large mouth with sharp teeth
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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:
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Firm, tasty flesh with fewer bones
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Considered very nutritious and healthy
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Often recommended for weak or recovering patients
Nutritional Value:
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High-quality protein
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Rich in iron, calcium, and phosphorus
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Contains omega-3 fatty acids and amino acids that help in tissue repair
Uses:
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Cooked in curries (shol machher jhol)
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Fried or roasted with spices
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In traditional medicine, shol is believed to help in healing after surgery or illness
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:
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Medium-sized, elongated body
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Silver-gray color with a darker back
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Smooth skin with fine scales
Weight: Generally ranges from 250 grams to 2 kilograms, depending on age and habitat.
Taste:
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Flesh is soft, juicy, and tasty
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Contains moderate bones but easy to eat
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Popular in traditional home-style curries
Nutritional Value:
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High in protein
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Contains calcium, iron, and phosphorus
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Good source of vitamin B complex
Uses:
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Very popular for making machher jhol (fish curry)
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Can be fried, curried, or cooked with vegetables
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Sometimes used in festive meals in villages
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