Black Barracuda (Kala Kund)

Black Barracuda (Kala Kund) — Bold, Meaty & Perfect for Spicy Fry, BBQ & Grill | Nationwide Delivery

Black Barracuda — locally called Kala Kund — is a favorite among seafood lovers who enjoy strong, bold flavors and firm, meaty texture. This is a powerful ocean fish with a naturally rich taste, making it ideal for tawa fry, spicy karahi, charcoal BBQ, grilled steaks, and deep masala recipes.

Kala Kund holds its shape extremely well during cooking because of its firm meat structure, allowing it to stay juicy inside while becoming crispy on the outside. Its flavor pairs beautifully with desi spices, making it one of the best choices for those who love masala-heavy Pakistani seafood dishes.

For customers living outside Karachi, Anbar Fish sends Black Barracuda through temperature-controlled nationwide delivery, ensuring it reaches Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, Faisalabad, and other major cities fresh and perfectly chilled.

Similar Seafood to Try

If you enjoy the strong, meaty flavor of Black Barracuda, you may also like: White Barracuda (Safaid Kund), Cobia (Sangra), Tuna (Dawan)

Flavor Profile

The flesh of this fish is light in color, and light-medium in taste, with a quite pleasant flavor. There is a very dark strip down the centerline just under the skin, with a considerably darker flavor, but it is not unpleasant.

Nomenclature

• English Name: Black Barracuda
• Local Name: Kala Kund & Kund
• Scientific Name: Sphyraena argentea

Habitat

Black Barracuda is a Sea fish that mainly lives in clear waters in the vicinity of coral reefs. It can be seen during the day in large semi-stationary schools.

Catching Method

Black Barracuda is caught using Gillnets, Hook lines, and Bottom Trawling.

Physical Attributes

Black Barracuda has Scales on the body. The last ray of the 2nd dorsal fin does not elongate in comparison to the penultimate ray and lower jaw without a pointed fleshy tip with 123–136 pored lateral line scales.

Color

Body with 18–22 vertical or slightly curved dark crossbars extending well below the lateral line with crossbars slightly wider than interspaces.

Size

On average, the Black Barracuda size range is 1 kg to 5 kg per fish. However, other sizes are also occasionally available.

Cutting Preferences

Black Barracuda is preferred for Slices, Boneless Biscuits, and Boneless Fingers

Approx. Cutting Yields

• Whole: 100 %
• Gutted: 78 %
• Headless and Gutted: 69 %
• Slices: 70 %
• Boneless: 47 %

Why Black Barracuda (Kala Kund) Is Loved Across Pakistan

Bold, Strong Flavor – Perfect for spicy recipes
Firm, Meaty Texture – Ideal for grill, fry & BBQ
High Heat Tolerance – Doesn’t break apart during cooking
Perfect for Karahi & Tawa – Absorbs masala deeply
High-Protein Fish – Great for fitness diets
Nationwide Cold-Chain Delivery – Freshness guaranteed
Hygienically Cleaned & Ready-to-Cook

Health Benefits of Kala Kund Fish

High in Protein – Boosts muscle growth & energy
Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Supports heart & brain health
Low Carbs, High Nutrition – Ideal for active lifestyles
Rich in Vitamins B12 & D – Strengthens immunity
Healthy Fats – Good for metabolism & joints

Cooking Inspiration

Kala Kund Spicy Fry – Crispy outside, juicy inside
Tawa Barracuda Masala – A desi seafood classic
Grilled Barracuda Steaks – Smoky and flavorful
BBQ Kala Kund – Holds shape perfectly on charcoal
Barracuda Karahi – Strong flavor pairs amazingly with masala
Pan-Fried Fillets – Quick and protein-packed

Chef’s Tip: For the best flavor, marinate Black Barracuda with lemon, ginger-garlic paste, red chili, crushed coriander, and salt for 20–30 minutes before cooking.

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