Cuttlefish — Tender, Clean & Perfect for Frying, Stir-Fry, BBQ & Curry
If you enjoy seafood that’s tender, clean-tasting, and versatile, Cuttlefish (often confused with squid but richer and slightly firmer) is an excellent choice for your kitchen. With its soft white meat, mild flavor, and ability to absorb spices beautifully, cuttlefish is perfect for Karachi-style masala, BBQ skewers, stir-fries, pasta dishes, and crispy fried recipes.
Unlike many strong seafood varieties, cuttlefish has a gentle, pleasant flavor that suits both light continental dishes and bold desi cooking. Whether you prepare garlic butter cuttlefish, spicy karahi, grilled strips, or classic fried rings, it always comes out flavorful, juicy, and satisfying.
Freshly cleaned and delivered chilled, our cuttlefish gives you restaurant-quality seafood, ready for your favorite recipes.
Similar Seafood to Try
If you enjoy cuttlefish, you may also like Squid (Calamari) for similar tenderness, Green Mussels for shellfish lovers, or Slipper Lobster (Jungli Kikat) for richer, premium seafood.
Flavour Profile
Approx. more than 200 species of squid live in the world’s oceans, but fewer than a dozen make up nearly the entire global market for culinary use. A mollusk related to both the cuttlefish and the octopus, fresh squid may be marketed as calamari in Pakistan as an attempt to make it sound more upscale (and worth a higher price tag), but there’s no actual difference.
Nomenclature
English Name: Cuttlefish, Cuttle
Local Name: Cuttle, Maiyya, Dimiri
Scientific Name: Sepiida
Habitat
They are usually found in subtidal regions
Catching Method
They are caught using bottom trawls.
Physical Attributes
Cuttlefish have large, W-shaped pupils, eight arms, and two tentacles furnished with denticulated suckers, with which they secure their prey.
Appearance
Generally, cuttlefish is greyish-brown. The skin of cuttlefish changes colors rapidly using elastic pigment sacs called chromatophores, to evade predators.
Size
On average, cuttlefish are 500 to 2000 grams in weight. However other sizes are also occasionally available.
Cleaning Preferences
Cuttlefish needs to clean like a squid. A cut just below the eyes to free the legs, cutting out of the little beak the cuttlefish eats with, removing the icky stuff within the head, and taking out the “cuttlebone,” a hard centerpiece of cartilage that many cage birds love to chew on.
Approx. Cleaning Yields
- Whole: 100 %
- Fully cleaned: 30 %
Why Choose Cuttlefish from Anbar Fish?
Soft, Tender Meat – Great for frying, grilling & stir-fry
Mild, Clean Flavor – Easy to season and perfect for all palates
Naturally Low in Fat – A healthy, protein-rich seafood
Fresh Daily Supply – Sourced and cleaned with care
Chilled & Hygienic Packaging – Ready to cook immediately
Health Benefits of Cuttlefish
High in Protein – Excellent for muscle building and energy
Low in Fat & Calories – Ideal for clean, healthy cooking
Good Source of Omega-3 – Supports heart & brain health
Rich in Vitamin B12 – Boosts immunity and nerve function
Contains Selenium & Iron – Helps metabolism and blood health
Cooking Inspiration
Crispy Fried Cuttlefish – Crunchy outside, tender inside
Garlic Butter Cuttlefish – Simple, aromatic, and delicious
BBQ Cuttlefish Strips – Perfect for grilling nights
Cuttlefish Masala – Karachi-style spicy and flavorful
Cuttlefish Pasta / Stir-Fry – Quick, light, and protein-packed
Cleaning & Preparation
Our cuttlefish is cleaned, washed, and trimmed, but you may rinse again before cooking for added freshness.
Its soft meat cooks quickly — avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.
Cuttlefish — FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is cuttlefish the same as squid? | Similar, but slightly firmer and richer in texture. |
| Is it delivered fresh or frozen? | Delivered fresh and chilled; frozen available on request. |
| What dishes is it best for? | Frying, stir-fry, BBQ, pasta, and desi masala. |
| Does cuttlefish cook fast? | Yes — it cooks quickly and stays tender if not overcooked. |
| Is it healthy? | Very — lean protein, omega-3, vitamins & minerals. |
| Do you clean it before delivery? | Yes — washed, trimmed, and ready to cook. |
| Do you deliver across Karachi? | Yes — hygienic same-day delivery city-wide. |
| Can I order online? | Absolutely — just select your quantity and checkout. |
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