Lady fish (Bhambore)

Lady Fish (Bhambore Fish) — Light, Crispy & Perfect for Fry and Tawa | Fresh Delivery in Karachi

Lady Fish, locally known as Bhambore Fish, is a well-loved sea fish in Karachi, especially for people who enjoy crispy fried fish with a light, clean taste. It’s slim in shape with tender flesh that cooks quickly, making it ideal for fast meals and everyday cooking.

Bhambore Fish is most popular for deep fry, shallow fry, and tawa-style recipes. When fried, it develops a beautiful crisp exterior while staying soft and juicy inside. Its mild flavor means it doesn’t need heavy masala—simple seasoning, lemon, or light spices are enough to bring out its natural taste.

At Anbar Fish Karachi, Lady Fish is freshly sourced from the Arabian Sea, hygienically cleaned, and delivered chilled across Karachi, so you can enjoy clean, market-fresh fish without the hassle.

Similar Fish You May Like

If you enjoy Lady Fish (Bhambore Fish), you may also like:

• Ribbonfish (Chind) – Slim fish, quick fry

• Terapon (Ginghra Fish) – Crispy fry fish

• Threadfin Bream (Chakori Fish) – Mild everyday option

Flavor Profile

This fish has a good sweet flavor and can be an excellent eating fish if grown to an 8 to 10-inch size.

Nomenclature

• English Name: Lady Fish, Silver Sillago
• Local Name: Shoor, Bhambore, Lady Fish
• Scientific Name: Sillago sihama

Habitat

Lady Fish is a sea fish that is common along beaches, sandbars, mangrove creeks, and estuaries, recorded from freshwater. Maximum depth 60 m.

Catching Method

Lady Fish is caught using bottom trawls and gillnets.

Physical Attributes

Lady Fish has Scales on the body. The body is elongated and the head length 24–30%. The anal fin has 2 spines and 21–23 soft rays. The swimbladder is with two posterior extensions.

Color

Ladyfish has a light brown back. The lower ventral flanks and belly is whitish-silvery, without dark blotches.

Size

On average, Lady Fish size range is 50 to 150 grams per fish. However, other sizes are also occasionally available.

Cutting Preferences

Lady Fish is preferred for whole & gutted. Ladyfish being a relatively small fish is inappropriate for the slice and boneless cutting.

Approx. Cutting Yields

• Whole: 100%
• Gutted: 80%
• Headless and Gutted: 70%
• Slices: 60%
• Boneless: 40%

Why Lady Fish (Bhambore) Is Popular in Karachi

• Mild, clean taste (not fishy)
• Crisps beautifully when fried
• Quick cooking with minimal preparation
• Light and easy to digest
• Ideal for snacks and daily meals
• Fresh, hygienically prepared in Karachi

Health Benefits of Lady Fish

• Good source of lean protein
• Naturally low in fat
• Contains Omega-3 fatty acids
• Light on the stomach and easy to digest
• Suitable for regular consumption

Best Ways to Cook Bhambore Fish

Lady Fish Fry – Crispy and golden
Tawa Bhambore Fish – Karachi-style quick recipe
Light Pan Fry – Minimal oil, clean taste
Crispy Snack-Style Fish

Cooking Tip: Because Lady Fish is thin, cook on medium-high heat and avoid overcooking to prevent dryness.

Lady Fish (Bhambore) – FAQ