Leather Jacket Fish (Irani Paplet)

Leather Jacket, also known as Irani Paplet, is an underrated gem in the seafood world. This fish is prized for its delicate, sweet flesh and minimal bones, making it ideal for a variety of cooking methods. Its mild flavor, often likened to chicken, allows it to absorb a wide range of seasonings and spices, perfect for grilling, frying, or baking. The fish’s tough, leathery skin and distinctive green-grey color with bright orange fins make it easily recognizable.

Please Note: We always aim to deliver the freshest seafish available. However, due to market conditions, there may be times when certain varieties are unavailable. If this happens, we will promptly inform you and offer suitable alternatives or arrange a new delivery time that works for you.
Please Note: The price of seafish is based on its weight before any cleaning or cutting. The final delivered weight may be slightly less than the initial weight due to cleaning and cutting processes, as certain cuts may result in more wastage than others.

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Introduction

Leather Jacket Fish, commonly known as Irani Paplet, is a mild-flavored, low-bone fish that is easy to cook and suitable for everyday meals.

Its name comes from the tough outer skin, which is easily removed — revealing firm white meat underneath. This fish is low in bones, low in fat, and extremely mild in flavor, making it a favorite for families, kids, and anyone who prefers seafood without a strong “fishy” taste.

Why Leather Jacket Fish (Irani Paplet) Is a Good Choice

Low in bones and easy to eat
Mild and neutral taste
High in protein and low in fat
Quick cooking and easy preparation
Clean, ready-to-cook cuts available

Category	Details
Common Name	Leather Jacket Fish
Local Name	Chappal / Irani Paplet (چپل/ایرانی پاپلیٹ)
Scientific Name	Oligoplites spp. / Aluterus spp.
Family	Monacanthidae / Carangidae
Order	Tetraodontiformes
Class	Actinopterygii
Phylum	Chordata

Sourcing & Catching Method

Our Leather Jacket Fish is sourced fresh from the Arabian Sea, mainly off the coast of Sindh and Balochistan. It’s caught using traditional gill nets, sorted and skinned by skilled seafood handlers, and processed immediately for maximum freshness.

Each order is cleaned, cut, and delivered without preservatives or artificial treatments — just pure, natural seafood.

Physical Traits & Texture

Leather Jacket Fish has a flat body with thick skin that is removed before cooking. The meat is white, firm, and slightly flaky with very few bones.

It holds shape while cooking and becomes soft and tender inside.

Size Options

Typically available from 400g to 1.5kg per fish
Suitable for frying, curry, and grilling

Cutting Options & Yields

Cut Type	Approx Yield	Best Use
Whole (skinned & cleaned)	~100%	Whole cooking / roasting
Gutted (with head)	~70%	Daily cooking
Headless & Gutted	~60%	Quick meals
Bone-in Slices	~50%	Fry / curry
Boneless Fillets	~35–40%	Grill / tawa fry

Cooking Ideas

Masala fry with chili, garlic, and lemon
Boneless tawa fry with yogurt and spices
Grilled fillet with olive oil and herbs
Coconut curry with turmeric and green chili
Oven-baked fillets with vegetables

Nutrition Highlights (Approx. per 100g)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	~95 kcal
Protein	~19 g
Total Fat	~2 g
Carbohydrates	0 g
Sodium	~45 mg
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	~0.3 g
Vitamin D	~3 µg
Vitamin B12	~1.8 µg
Calcium	~18 mg
Iron	~0.9 mg