![]() ![]() IUCN rated “Not Evaluated”, White Pomfret is not considered threatened. This is a major commercial catch within its range. It can grow to 23 inches but the photo specimen, wild caught in India, was 10 inches and weighed 9-1/2 ounces, a typical market size here in Los Angeles. It is not actually a pomfret but a butterfish. This tropical Indo-West Pacific fish is found near coasts from the Persian Gulf to Borneo, and as far north as mid Japan, but not as far south as Australia. However curry and fried fillets come out good. ![]() The fish is very fatty and tastes different from the White Pomfret. Palmburo or Golden Pomfret is avcailable in some H-Mart Stores in USA.Black Pomfret (Halva) is to be avoided, heard it causes diarrhea for some people.It is a good substitute for the above White Pomfret. Silver Pomfret is found in USA Asian Stores.Wonderful in Curry or Fried with indian masala. I have tasted the White Pomfret in India, great flavor and the taste of the ocean within.by Meherbai Jamshedji Nusserwanji Wadia Paperback Pickles, Chutney, Masala and Preserves: Parsi Cuisine.Parsi Custards and Egg Dishes: Parsi Cuisine Paperback.Parsi Customs, Traditions and historical background is given wherever appropriate. Desserts: Sweet and Savory Desserts, Breakfast and Snack recipes are featured in this volume.Celebrations: Celebrating Zoroastrian Festivals and Traditions.Manna of the 21st Century: Parsi Cuisine Paperback.Manna of the 21st Century: Parsi Cuisine Hardcover. ![]()
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