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Buy Fresh Lady Fish (Bhambore) Fish Online in Karachi
Buy fresh Lady Fish (Bhambore) online in Karachi with fast and hygienic home delivery from Gwadar Seafood. Sourced directly from coastal waters and processed the same day without chemicals or freezing, Bhambore is known for its light flavor, delicate texture, and crispy frying quality.
Introduction to Lady Fish (Bhambore)
Silver Sillago, commonly known as Lady Fish or locally as Bhambore, is a slim, silvery coastal fish valued for its delicate white meat and excellent crispiness when fried. Despite its small size, it delivers a satisfying crunch because of its soft, chewable bones.
This makes Bhambore a popular choice for quick meals, snacks, and traditional Karachi-style fry dishes. Its clean taste and easy cooking make it ideal for both beginners and regular seafood consumers.
Why Lady Fish (Bhambore) Is Popular
- Naturally crispy when shallow or deep fried
- Light, mildly sweet flavor
- Soft, chewable bones (great for whole fry)
- Affordable and widely available
- Easy to cook and digest
Names & Taxonomy
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Lady Fish, Silver Sillago, Northern Whiting |
| Local Name | Bhambore, Shoor |
| Scientific Name | Sillago sihama |
| Family | Sillaginidae |
| Order | Spariformes |
| Class | Actinopterygii |
| Phylum | Chordata |
Sourcing & Catching Method
Wild-caught in the coastal and estuarine waters of Sindh (and Balochistan), including beaches, sandbars, creeks, and estuaries—Sillago sihama thrives in shallow brackish to saltwater up to ~60 m deep. Local fishermen harvest Bhambore using bottom trawls, gillnets, and cast nets, ensuring high catch quality. We process each fish the same day without any chemical dips or extended freezing.
Physical Traits & Texture
- Slim, elongated silver body
- Average size: 50–150g
- Flesh: white, soft, and flaky
- Texture: becomes crispy when fried
- Bones: soft and chewable after cooking
Size Options
Typically 50 – 150 g per fish—ideal for single-serve cooks or for batch frying
Cutting Options & Yields
| Cut Style | Approx. Yield | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Whole (cleaned) | ~100% | Whole fry |
| Gutted | ~80% | Light fry |
| Headless & gutted | ~70% | Easy cooking |
| Sliced (bone-in) | ~60% | Masala fry |
| Boneless fillet | ~40% | Kids / low bones |
Cooking Ideas
Bhambore shines in Karachi-style seafood dishes:
Tawa‑fried Ladyfish – marinated with red chili, garlic, turmeric
Whole shallow fry – golden, crispy exterior with tender inside
Light curry – small bhambore simmered gently in tomato-onion gravy
Fish pakoras – sliced pieces in chickpea batter, deep-fried crispy
Its bones become pleasantly chewable when fried, adding to the texture experience.
Tips for Selecting Fresh Silver Sillago
Look for:
Bright, glittering silver skin and intact scales
Clear, non-cloudy eyes
Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
A clean, mild ocean aroma—not sour or pungent
We guarantee freshness with every order.
Tips for Storing
Refrigerate at 0–4 °C; consume within 1–2 days
Freeze quickly in airtight packaging if not using immediately; lasts up to 1 month
Avoid thawing and refreezing to maintain taste and texture
Pre-marinating before freezing (e.g., with lemon and spices) makes fast weekday cooking easy
Nutrition Highlights (per 100 g cooked)
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~90 kcal |
| Protein | ~20–21 g |
| Fat | ~1 g |
| Omega-3 | ~0.1–0.3 g |
| Calcium | ~208 mg |
| Iron | ~0.72 mg |
| Selenium | ~31 µg |
| Vitamin A | ~113 µg |
| Zinc | ~1.4 mg |
Values are approximate and may vary depending on size and preparation.
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