Mullet (Boi Fish)

Mullet (Boi Fish) — Mild, Nutritious & Perfect for Frying, Curry & Everyday Meals

Mullet — locally known as Boi Fish — is a mild, soft, and nutrient-rich seafood loved across Pakistan for its simple flavor and versatility. If you enjoy fish that’s easy to cook, not too oily, and works beautifully in daily meals, Boi Fish is a fantastic choice.

Its flesh is tender with a light, pleasant flavor, making it ideal for frying, curry, steaming, or grilling. Boi Fish absorbs spices nicely without losing its natural sweetness, which makes it great for classic Karachi-style masala, tawa fry, or even continental-style lemon-garlic recipes. Because of its affordability and consistent availability, it’s a staple fish in many homes.

Sourced fresh and delivered chilled, our Mullet gives you clean, high-quality seafood straight from trusted coastal suppliers.

Similar Fish to Try

If you enjoy the light, mild taste of Mullet, you may also like: Rohu (Rahu Fish) for soft freshwater meat, Seabream (Safaid Dandia) for buttery flakes, or Catfish (Singhara) for tender, everyday cooking.

Flavor Profile

Mullet (Boi Fish) has medium-colored flesh and good medium flavor, a bit stronger skin-on. There is a wide but thin region of darker meat under the skin and a deep dark band at the centerline.

The dark meat is part of the flavor of the fish because there is too much of it to remove. Since it’s a highly perishable fish, we try to deliver it as fresh as possible.

Nomenclature

English Name: Mullet, Grey Mullet
Local Name: Boi
Scientific Name: Mugil cephalus

Habitat

Mullet (Boi Fish) is a Sea fish that mainly lives in Coastal waters and adjacent lagoons.

Catching Method

Mullet (Boi Fish) is caught using Gillnets, Beach Seines, and Bagnets

Physical Attributes

Mullet (Boi Fish) has Scales on the body. It has yellow eyes, the base of the pectoral fin is faintly purple, and the pelvic fins are pale yellow. Grey mullet is distinguished from the related Yellow mullet by its broad head, flattened dorsal surface, and lateral stripes.

Color

The back of the fish is olive-green, sides are silvery and shade to white towards the belly. The fish may have six to seven distinctive lateral horizontal stripes.

Size

On average, the Mullet (Boi Fish) size range is 100 to 500 grams per fish. However, larger sizes are also occasionally available.

Cutting Preferences

Mullet (Boi Fish) is preferred for Whole and gutted cutting. Since it’s a small fish, slices and boneless are not recommended.

Approx. Cutting Yields

• Whole: 100%
• Gutted: 70%
• Headless and Gutted: 65%
• Slices: 60%
• Boneless: 37%

Why Choose Mullet (Boi Fish) from Anbar Fish?

Mild, Light Flavor – Perfect for everyday meals
Soft, Tender Meat – Flaky and easy to cook
Works with Any Recipe – Frying, curry, grilling, or steaming
Balanced Meat Yield – Great value for families
Fresh Daily Catch – Hygienically cleaned and chilled

Health Benefits of Boi Fish

High in Protein – Supports muscle, energy, and strength
Low in Fat & Calories – Ideal for healthy, balanced meals
Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Good for heart & brain health
Packed with Vitamin B12 – Helps immunity and nerve function
Contains Selenium & Phosphorus – Boosts metabolism and bone health

Cooking Inspiration

Boi Fish Fry – Crispy, golden, and gently flavored
Mullet Masala Curry – Soft flakes in spicy desi gravy
Grilled Mullet – Light, aromatic, and perfectly juicy
Steamed Boi Fish – Clean and healthy
Garlic Butter Fillets – Quick, delicious, and restaurant-style

Tip: Mullet is naturally tender, avoid overcooking to maintain its soft texture.

Mullet (Boi Fish) — FAQ