Barramundi Seabas (Daangri)

Bhetki (Daangri Fish) — Soft, Velvety & Premium White Fillet for Curry, Grill & Continental Recipes | Nationwide Delivery

Bhetki — also known as Daangri Fish — is one of the most premium soft white-meat fish varieties in Pakistan. Famous for its buttery texture, delicate flakes, and clean, mild flavor, Bhetki is a go-to choice for customers who prefer refined, boneless-style seafood that works in both desi and continental dishes.

Its naturally tender meat absorbs flavors beautifully, making it perfect for curry, fry, steamed dishes, pan-seared fillets, garlic butter recipes, grilled fillets, tawa masala, and baked meals. If you enjoy fish that’s soft, juicy, and melts in the mouth, Bhetki delivers every time.

For customers living outside Karachi — in Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Faisalabad, Multan, Sialkot, etc. — Anbar Fish delivers Bhetki in temperature-controlled chilled packaging, ensuring ocean-fresh quality wherever you live.

Similar Seafood to Try

If you enjoy the soft and delicate texture of Bhetki, you may also like: River Sole (Saul), Tilapia Fillet, White Pomfret (Safaid Paplet)

Flavor Profile

Barramundi has flesh which is a pearly pink when raw and white when cooked. It has firm flesh with large, moist flakes and a sweet, buttery flavor profile. The flesh has only a few bones which are large and easy to remove. Small fish have a milder taste than larger Barramundi. The skin is also edible and crisps up nicely.

Nomenclature

• English Name: Barramundi, Asian Sea Bass, Bekti & Bhetki
• Local Name: Daangri
• Scientific Name: Lates Calcarifer

Habitat

Barramundi is a Sea fish that mainly lives near coastal waters, Creeks, estuaries, and Brackish waters (A point where the river meets the Sea).

Catching Method

Barramundi is caught using Gillnets, Hook lines, and Bagnets

Physical Attributes

Barramundi has Scales on the body. Nostrils close together, upper jaw reaching behind eye, teeth villi form, no canines, tongue is smooth, 1st dorsal fin with 7–9 spines and 10–11 soft rays and lower edge of preopercle is serrated.

Color

Two phases, either olive-brown above with silver sides and belly (usual juveniles) or green-blue above and silver below; eyes bright pink, glowing at night.

Size

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

Cutting Preferences

Barramundi is preferred for Slices, Boneless Fillets, Boneless Biscuits, and Boneless Fingers

Approx. Cutting Yields

• Whole: 100 %
• Gutted: 80 %
• Headless and Gutted: 71 %
• Slices: 71 %
• Boneless: 43 %

Why Bhetki (Daangri) Is a Premium Choice Across Pakistan

Soft, Buttery White Meat – Extremely tender & easy to eat
Mild, Clean Flavor – Loved by kids and adults
Great for Continental Style Cooking – Pan-sear, bake, grill
Perfect for Desi Masala Dishes – Absorbs spices deeply
High Meat Yield – Low bones, high value
Nationwide Cold-Chain Delivery – Freshness guaranteed
Hygienically Cleaned & Ready to Cook

Health Benefits of Bhetki (Daangri)

High-Quality Protein – Supports strength & daily nutrition
Low in Fat – Great for weight-conscious diets
Omega-3 Rich – Promotes heart & brain health
Contains Vitamin B12 & Vitamin D – Boosts immunity
Easy to Digest – Ideal for kids, seniors & sensitive stomachs

Cooking Inspiration

Pan-Seared Bhetki Fillet – Crispy edges, soft interior
Daangri Curry – Melts into masala while staying tender
Garlic Butter Bhetki – Restaurant-style flavor
Grilled Lemon-Herb Fillets – Light & healthy
Tawa Masala Bhetki – Perfect for spicy desi meals
Steamed Fillet – Gentle & nutritious
Baked Bhetki – Clean, refined flavor profile

Chef’s Tip: Bhetki cooks fast — remove from heat when it becomes opaque to maintain its buttery texture.

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