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What is Pangasius fish? How much is Pangasius fish per kg, how to distinguish Pangasius fish from catfish
Pangasius fish is a quite familiar fish because it can be processed into a variety of dishes, fried dishes,… Let’s join Dien May XANH to pocket useful information as well as add many delicious dishes from this fish to your family’s menu!
1 What is Pangasius fish?
Pangasius fish is one of the most popular freshwater fish in Vietnam and many delicious dishes can be made from this fish.
The English name of Pangasius fish is Bagridae and they originate from Asia and Africa. They come in many different shapes and sizes, with a total of 245 types in the Pangasius family.
Pangasius fish do not have scales, their entire body is a slightly slimy skin, the back has a spine (barb) in the front, the body is elongated, the head is flat and has a total of 4 not too long barbels.
Pangasius fish mainly live in freshwater or brackish water areas such as rivers, streams, ponds and lakes, and often grow and develop at the bottom, where there is a lot of alluvium, mud and slow flowing water.
2 How many types of Pangasius fish are there? Types of Pangasius fish
Spotted Pangasius – Flower Pangasius
Spotted Pangasius or Flower Pangasius, scientifically known as Hemibagrus guttatus, often appears in riverside areas in provinces and mountainous areas in the North.
Redtail Pangasius
Redtail Pangasius is the largest Pangasius species. They have smooth, shiny skin, a red and white tail, a long body, a flat head, and large fins.
The meat of Redtail Pangasius is very soft, fragrant and has the highest nutritional value among Pangasius species, so the price of this type of fish is quite high.
Yellow Pangasius
This is a quite popular Pangasius species in our country. They usually live in downstream areas such as the Red River, Viet Tri – Phu Tho or swampy areas.
Yellow Pangasius has bright yellow, shiny skin, white flesh, lots of lean meat, and is very delicious when cooked.
Black Pangasius
Black Pangasius is also a catfish family. This is a fish without pin bones, the meat is very delicious, so it is quite popular.
3 Where to buy Pangasius fish? How much is Pangasius fish per kg?
Currently, Pangasius fish are farmed in many different areas across the country, so you can easily buy Pangasius fish at seafood markets or supermarkets near your house.
The price of Pangasius fish depends on the season, size and type. On average, 1kg of Pangasius fish costs between 120,000 – 700,000 VND. (Price updated by Dien May XANH in January 2022)
4 How to distinguish Pangasius fish and catfish
Similarities
Both Pangasius and catfish are catfish, they have 4 barbels, a flat head and similar habitats such as rivers, swamps or mud ponds.
Differences
| Characteristic | Catfish | Pangasius |
| Skin thickness | Thick and rough skin | Thin, smooth and sleek skin. |
| Size | Catfish are usually quite large. | Pangasius fish are medium-sized, not too large. |
| Fish meat | The fish meat is usually dark in color, very fatty, the flesh and fat are golden yellow. | Pangasius fat is always white, while the fish meat is light in color. |
5 What are some delicious dishes to make with Pangasius fish?
Because Pangasius fish meat is both delicious and contains many good nutrients, it is loved by many people. Depending on the preferences of each family, Pangasius fish can be cooked into many dishes such as steamed dishes, hotpots, or Cha Ca La Vong,…
To make a delicious dish from Pangasius fish, you must first clean the fish thoroughly and deodorize it.
You can refer to some very simple but extremely effective Pangasius fish processing tips suggested by Dien May XANH!
So Dien May XANH has shared with you some interesting information about Pangasius fish, how much it costs per kg, as well as delicious dishes that can be made from this fish. You can add many delicious and nutritious dishes from Pangasius fish to your family’s menu!
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Accessed: January 17, 2021
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