Seabream (Safaid Dandiya Fish)

Fresh Sea Bream (Safaid Dandiya Fish) – Mild, Juicy & Perfect for Frying

Sea Bream, locally known as Safaid Dandiya Fish, is a premium saltwater fish appreciated across Pakistan for its clean taste, juicy meat, and balanced texture. It sits perfectly between soft and firm, making it a versatile choice for both traditional and modern recipes.

The flesh is moist and flaky, offering a mild, slightly sweet flavor that works exceptionally well for frying and grilling. Sea Bream absorbs seasoning evenly without becoming heavy, making it ideal for those who prefer a light yet satisfying fish meal. Its neat portions and consistent quality make it suitable for everyday cooking as well as special occasions.

At Anbar Fish, Sea Bream (Safaid Dandiya) is carefully cleaned, hygienically processed, and delivered through nationwide cold-chain logistics, ensuring freshness and quality across Pakistan.

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Flavor Profile

Sea Bream dandiya fish is highly sought after because of its mild flavor. With its pinkish opaque flesh, the popularity of Sea Bream continues to grow as a slightly sweeter-tasting alternative to other costly fish and can be cooked in versatile methods.

Nomenclature

• English Name: Yellowfin Seabream, Sea Bream
• Local Name: Dandia, Kissi & Kartan
• Scientific Name: Acanthopagrus arabicus

Habitat

Seabream (Safaid Dandiya Fish) is a Sea fish that mainly lives in shallow coastal waters.

Catching Method

Seabream (Safaid Dandiya Fish) is caught using Gillnets, Hook lines, and Bottom Trawls.

Physical Attributes

Seabream (Safaid Dandiya Fish) has Scales on the body. It has an Anal fin with 3 spines and 8–9 soft rays, molariform teeth are present in both jaws, 4½ scale rows between the 5th dorsal spine and lateral line and the interorbital area is scale-less.

Color

Silvery pale grey above and whitish silver below, visible streaks along longitudinal rows of body scales, dorsal fin greyish to hyaline and upper margin blackish, fin rays in terminal lower caudal fin lobe yellowish, pectoral fins whitish hyaline with a conspicuous diffuse dark blotch at the origin of the lateral line.

Size

On average, Sea bream safaid dandiya fish size range is 150 gram to 600 gram per fish. However, Other sizes are also occasionally available.

Cutting Preferences

Seabream dandiya fish is preferred for Whole and Gutted and Headless and Gutted.

Approx. Cutting Yields

• Whole: 100 %
• Gutted: 70 %
• Headless and Gutted: 65 %
• Slices: 65 %
• Boneless: 33 %

Why Sea Bream (Safaid Dandiya) is Popular

• Mild, clean taste with no overpowering smell
• Juicy texture that stays moist when cooked
• Excellent for frying and grilling
• Cooks evenly and quickly
• Suitable for all age groups

Health Benefits of Sea Bream

• High in lean protein
• Naturally low in fat
• Supports muscle health and daily energy
• Light and easy to digest
• Fits well into balanced diets

(Fresh seafood with no artificial additives or preservatives)

Best Ways to Cook Sea Bream (Safaid Dandiya)

Crispy Fry – Turmeric, chili, and lemon
Pan Fry – Light seasoning, quick cook
Grilled Sea Bream – Olive oil, herbs, and garlic
Masala Fry – Shallow fried with mild spices
Light Curry – Simple gravy to preserve flavor

Chef Tip: Score the fish lightly before frying. This helps seasoning penetrate better and ensures even cooking without drying out the meat.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)