Black Pomfret is a favorite in homes across Pakistan. It’s light, delicious, and cooked beautifully in any style, like fried, grilled, roasted, or in curry. The meat stays juicy and soft indeed after cooking, which is why people keep coming back for it. 

It is a clean-tasting fish that goes with everything. This is the one to pick if you enjoy mild. 

Flavor Profile 

Black Pomfret has white, tender meat with a gentle flavor. It’s not strong or questionable, which makes it a great choice for everyone in the family. The meat stays firm when cooked and breaks softly when eaten. 
Perfect for frying, BBQ, or spicy masala fish dishes. 

Naming 

• English Name: Black Pomfret 
• Local Name: Kala Paplait, Siah Pithoo 
• Scientific Name:  Parastromateus niger 

Nutritional Benefits

Black Pomfret is good for your health. It provides nutritious protein and good fats. This leaves you feeling satisfied and healthy. The fish contains a high amount of omega 3-fatty acids, vitamin D, and minerals. This includes calcium and iron, vitamins and minerals. All of these provide energy, bone strength, and skin health to the body. Black Pomfret is light, easy to digest, and is a good choice for a nutritious and clean meal. 

Health Benefits

Black Pomfret is also known to be good for the heart and is healthy for your body overall.  The fish’s natural oils help to maintain manageable cholesterol levels and overall healthy blood pressure..  Black Pomfret gives your skin a glow and is good for your bones.  Black Pomfret is one of those fish that is tasty, filling, and exceptionally healthy!  

Health Precautions

Black Pomfret can be considered sustainable.  Eating Pomfret regularly is a healthy choice. Just make sure that the fish is eaten raw or cooked correctly.  Make sure to store Black Pomfret in a cold, clean space, and cook properly.  Like all seafood, Moderation is key in eating Black Pomfret, especially for kids.

Size 

Black Pomfret usually weighs 250 grams to 2 kilograms. Lower bones are great for frying, while larger bones are perfect for grilling or baking. Kala Paplait fish price in Pakistan may vary based on size and season. 

Preferred Cuts 

You can get Black Pomfret total, headless, or in thick slices. Each cut cooks evenly and stays soft outside. It’s ideal for frying, BBQ, or baked recipes. 

Expected Yields 

• Whole 100 
• Gutted 75 
• Headless & eviscerated 60 
• Slices 65 
• Boneless 40 

Preferred Cooking Styles 

Black Pomfret can be fried till crisp, grilled with bomb and masala, or cooked in a masala curry. It soaks up flavor snappily and tastes great no matter how you prepare it. 

Health properties

• Supports heart health 
• Helps lower blood pressure 
• Boosts impunity 
• Keep bones and joints stronger 
• Enhances skin and hair