One of the most popular and premium fish from the southern waters, it is also among the most delicious fish. It has an excellent taste and a tender, meaty texture.

English Name
White Pomfret / Silver Pomfret

Local Name
Zubaidi

Family
Pomfrets

Color
The body is silver on the sides and bluish-gray on the back.

Physical Characteristics
It has an almost diamond-shaped body. The snout protrudes above the mouth. The mouth is small and nearly terminal. The spines of the dorsal and anal fins appear as cut-like features on the skin, which are more visible in young specimens. The scales on the body are very small and easily removed.

Bone Level
Low

Meat Color
White

Habitat
Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea, Atlantic Ocean, Bay of Bengal, and Mediterranean Sea Depth: 5 to 10 meters

Best Cooking Method
Fried

Fishing Methods
Gillnet and trawl fishing

Weight Large White Pomfret: 300 grams and above Medium Size: 150 to 200 grams

Nutritional Value

  • It is rich in protein, low in fat, and contains low cholesterol, as well as essential vitamins and minerals.
  • It contains calcium and vitamins A and D, which play an important role in supporting vision, the immune system, and bone health.
  • The iodine found in this fish is also essential for the thyroid gland and helps prevent feelings of weakness and fatigue.