Bhetki (Daathi)

Bhetki (Daangri Fish) — Mild, Tender & Perfect for Frying, Curry & Continental Recipes

If you prefer seafood that’s soft, mild, and wonderfully versatile, Bhetki — commonly known as Daangri — is one of the best choices you can bring home. This popular fish has delicate white flesh, a clean flavor, and a buttery texture, making it perfect for both everyday meals and elegant recipes.

Bhetki is widely loved across South Asia for its ability to adapt to any cooking style. It crisps beautifully when fried, stays tender in curry, grills evenly, and becomes incredibly flavorful in lemon-herb marinades or continental-style pan-seared dishes. Its low-bone structure and high meat yield also make it a family-friendly option.

Freshly sourced, professionally cleaned, and delivered chilled, our Daangri Fish offers a restaurant-quality experience right at your doorstep in Karachi.

Similar Fish to Try

If you like the mild, soft texture of Bhetki, you may also enjoy Seabream (Safaid Dandia) for buttery meat, Red Snapper (Heera) for firmer flakes, or Tilapia (Daiyya) for a similar light, family-friendly profile.

Flavor Profile

Barramundi has flesh which is a pearly pink when raw and white when cooked. It has firm flesh with large, moist flakes and a sweet, buttery flavor profile. The flesh has only a few bones which are large and easy to remove. Small fish have a milder taste than larger Barramundi. The skin is also edible and crisps up nicely.

Nomenclature

English Name: Barramundi, Asian Sea Bass, Bekti & Bhetki
Local Name: Daangri
Scientific Name: Lates Calcarifer

Habitat

Barramundi is a Sea fish that mainly lives near coastal waters, Creeks, estuaries, and Brackish waters (A point where the river meets the Sea).

Catching Method

Barramundi is caught using Gillnets, Hook lines, and Bagnets

Physical Attributes

Barramundi has Scales on the body. Nostrils close together, upper jaw reaching behind eye, teeth villi form, no canines, tongue is smooth, 1st dorsal fin with 7–9 spines and 10–11 soft rays and lower edge of preopercle is serrated.

Color

Two phases, either olive-brown above with silver sides and belly (usual juveniles) or green-blue above and silver below; eyes bright pink, glowing at night.

Size

On average, the Barramundi size range is 1 kg to 5 kg per fish. However, larger sizes are also occasionally available.

Cutting Preferences

Barramundi is preferred for Slices, Boneless Fillets, Boneless Biscuits, and Boneless Fingers

Approx. Cutting Yields

• Whole: 100 %
• Gutted: 80 %
• Headless and Gutted: 71 %
• Slices: 71 %
• Boneless: 43 %

Why Choose Bhetki (Daangri) from Anbar Fish?

Mild, Clean Flavor – Perfect for kids and families
Soft, Tender White Meat – Great for both masala and continental dishes
Low Bones & High Meat Yield – Easy to eat and great value
Versatile Cooking Options – Fry, grill, curry, bake, BBQ
Fresh Daily Supply – Cleaned and chilled for maximum freshness

Health Benefits of Bhetki (Daangri)

High in Lean Protein – Ideal for energy and muscle support
Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Good for heart and brain health
Low in Fat – Suitable for fitness and clean-eating diets
Vitamin D & B12 – Boosts immunity, mood & bone strength
Contains Selenium & Phosphorus – Supports metabolism and tissue repair

Cooking Inspiration

Bhetki Fry – Crispy, golden, and incredibly soft inside
Bhetki Masala Curry – Mild fish with rich desi spices
Pan-Seared Bhetki – Restaurant-style with butter, garlic & herbs
Grilled Lemon Bhetki – Light, tangy, and flavorful
Baked Daangri Fillets – Healthy, simple, and delicious

Bhetki (Daangri Fish) — FAQ