Product Attributes
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Scientific Name
Oxyeleotris marmorata
Product State
Fresh, Whole Fish
Grade
A
Origin
Naturally found in rivers, canals, floodplains, and estuarine waters; also cultured in ponds in Bangladesh.
Country of Origin
Bangladesh
Harvest Season
Available year-round; peak availability during and after the monsoon season.
Appearance
Short to moderately elongated body with a broad head and large mouth. Color ranges from sandy brown to greyish with darker blotches, providing natural camouflage. Flesh is white, firm, and boneless apart from the backbone.
Taste Profile
Highly valued for its delicate, slightly sweet flavor and soft yet firm texture. Considered a premium small indigenous fish in Bengali cuisine.
Average Weight
200–800 grams per fish
Shelf Life
1–2 days fresh at refrigeration temperatures, up to 6 months frozen
Storage Condition
0–4°C for fresh,
-18°C or lower for frozen
Leadtime
5–7 working days after order confirmation
Our Honest Product review
- Excellent Eating Quality:
- Baila fish is appreciated for its clean taste and tender flesh, making it especially popular among children and elderly consumers.
- High Market Demand:
- Despite its smaller size, it commands a strong local market price due to taste preference and limited large-scale production.
- Hardy Species:
- Well-adapted to low-oxygen and muddy environments, making it resilient in natural and semi-cultured systems.
- Consumer Note:
- Being a bottom-dwelling species, flavor and cleanliness depend heavily on water quality. Sourcing from clean rivers or managed ponds is recommended for the best taste.
Usage
- Traditional Curries:
- Widely used in light Bengali curries, mustard-based gravies, and jhol preparations where its delicate flavor shines.
- Frying:
- Excellent for shallow frying with minimal spices due to its soft texture.
- Medicinal & Nutritional:
- Traditionally believed to aid recovery during illness; valued for being easy to digest and protein-rich.
- Local Specialty:
- Commonly featured in home-style cooking and specialty local markets rather than large-scale export.
Certification
Complimentary Product Certificates
- Certificate of Origin
Product Certificates available on request
- HACCP / ISO
- IQF
- Halal
Packaging & Shipping
Packaging Options
Shipping & Export Info
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