Khorol Bata Fish (IQF)খরোল বাটা মাছ
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Origin & Habitat:
Khorol Bata is a small freshwater fish found in rivers, canals, beels, and ponds of Bangladesh and Eastern India. It belongs to the Bata fish family, which is quite common in rural markets.
Appearance:
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Small to medium size, usually 50–200 grams
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Slender body, silver in color with a shiny belly
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Dorsal side (top) slightly darker
Weight: Typically under 200 grams, though bigger ones can be found.
Taste:
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Very tasty, rich in flavor
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Flesh is soft and fine
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Small bones, but locals enjoy eating it whole (fried or curried)
Nutritional Value:
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High in protein
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Rich in calcium and phosphorus (good for bones)
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Contains omega-3 fatty acids
Uses:
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Often eaten fried (crispy style)
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Cooked as a curry with potatoes or vegetables
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Popular in village-style meals
Origin & Habitat:
Khorol Bata is a small freshwater fish found in rivers, canals, beels, and ponds of Bangladesh and Eastern India. It belongs to the Bata fish family, which is quite common in rural markets.
Appearance:
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Small to medium size, usually 50–200 grams
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Slender body, silver in color with a shiny belly
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Dorsal side (top) slightly darker
Weight: Typically under 200 grams, though bigger ones can be found.
Taste:
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Very tasty, rich in flavor
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Flesh is soft and fine
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Small bones, but locals enjoy eating it whole (fried or curried)
Nutritional Value:
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High in protein
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Rich in calcium and phosphorus (good for bones)
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Contains omega-3 fatty acids
Uses:
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Often eaten fried (crispy style)
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Cooked as a curry with potatoes or vegetables
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Popular in village-style meals
| Weight | N/A |
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| Size | 1 Kg – 2 Kg |
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Medium-sized, elongated body
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Smooth skin with fine scales
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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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High in protein
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Contains calcium, iron, and phosphorus
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Star Baim is a freshwater spiny eel found in rivers, canals, ponds, and wetlands of Bangladesh, India, and Southeast Asia. It prefers muddy or sandy bottoms and comes out mostly at night to feed.
Appearance:
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Long, slender, snake-like body
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Brownish or grayish color with small dark spots or star-like patterns along the body
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Narrow pointed head with small barbels
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Looks like a small snake, but it is a true fish
Weight & Size:
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Typically 100–500 grams
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Can grow up to 1–1.5 feet long
Taste:
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Soft, tender flesh
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Less bony compared to other small fishes
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Considered a delicacy in rural areas
Nutritional Value:
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High in protein
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Contains iron, calcium, and phosphorus
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Traditionally believed to give strength and aid recovery
Uses:
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Cooked in curries (baim machher jhol)
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Fried or pan-roasted
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Often prepared with mustard paste or mild spices
Origin & Habitat:
Shada Rupchada is a freshwater fish commonly found in rivers, ponds, and haors of Bangladesh and India. It is the lighter-colored variant of Rupchada fish.
Appearance:
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Medium-sized, slightly flattened and elongated body
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Silvery-white color, sometimes with a light golden tint
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Small scales, smooth skin
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Broad head with a pointed mouth
Weight:
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Typically 200 grams – 1.5 kilograms
Taste:
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Soft, tender, and mild-flavored flesh
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Few bones, easy to cook and eat
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Ideal for curries, frying, or roasting
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, healthy for all ages
Uses:
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Cooked in traditional curries (machher jhol)
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Fried or roasted with spices
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Popular in both rural and urban markets
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Appearance:
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Long body, smooth skin without scales
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Color: grayish on top and silver-white on the belly
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Has a broad head with whisker-like barbels (catfish feature)
Weight: Can range from 500 grams to several kilograms (some grow up to 10–15 kg).
Taste: Soft, tender flesh with very few bones; mild flavor, often compared to tilapia but slightly fattier.
Nutritional Value:
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Rich in protein
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Contains omega-3 fatty acids
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Source of calcium, iron, vitamin A, and phosphorus
Uses:
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Popular for curries, fish soups, and fried dishes
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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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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
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