Japanese Meagre (Sua)
Note: All prices and billing are done on the cut or pre-cleaning weight of the seafood. The net delivery weight will be as per the cut you purchase.
Rs 1,600 / kg
Minimum order: 2 kg
Quantity (kg)
Subtotal: Rs 3,200
About Japanese Meagre (Sua)
Introduction
Sua Fish, aka Japanese Meagre, is that big boss of the ocean you didn’t know you needed. Firm, meaty, juicy, and every bite screams flavor.
Fry it, grill it, roast it in spices, toss it in a rich desi curry, done. Meat stays soft, flakes like it wants to melt in your mouth. Kids steal it, adults sneak it, everyone suddenly loves it.
It soaks up everything. Butter, garlic, lemon, chili, masala, you name it, it drinks it like a champ. Weekend feast, family dinner, random cravings at 2am, works every time. Big fish, bigger flavor, zero drama, total satisfaction.
Flavor Profile
Thick meaty flesh stays soft juicy and really pleasant to bite. Mild sweetness comes through with a subtle clean ocean taste. Crispy outside forms when fried while the inside stays soft. Flakes into chunky pieces easily almost like it knows. Drinks up garlic butter chili lemon and masala without hesitation. Works for fry roast grill curry or simple pan fry anytime. Light enough for easy meals yet bold enough for spices. Fresh meaty flavor overall and honestly hits right every time.
Terminology
- English Name: Japanese Meagre
- Local Name: Sua
- Scientific Name: Argyrosomus japonicus
Nutritive Value
- Packed with protein, big energy
- Omega-3s for heart and brain
- Vitamin B12 boost
- Vitamin D for bones
- Selenium and minerals
- Low in saturated fat
- Healthy, filling, tasty
Health Benefits
- Keeps your heart happy
- Brain stays sharp
- Builds muscles and recovers them
- Keeps you full for longer
- Strengthens bones naturally
- Supports skin and hair
Health Precautions
- Big saltwater fish may carry tiny mercury traces
- Safe if eaten moderately
- Kids smaller portions
- Pregnant? Cook fully
- Freshness matters, cook it right
Overview
- Habitat: Coastal waters, estuaries, offshore
- Catching Method: Line fishing, nets
- Physical Attributes: Big, firm, meaty body
- Colour & Size: Silvery grey skin, pale flesh, 3 – 8 kg
Expected Yields
- Gutted: 80%
- Headless & gutted: 65%
- Slices/Steaks: 70% (Not recommended)
- Boneless fillet: 40%
Preferred Cuts
- Thick steaks for BBQ or frying
- Boneless fillets or biscuits for curry or pan-fry
- Chunks for masala or quick meals
- Every cut cooks soft, juicy, full of flavor
Preferred Cooking Methods
- Fry till golden, outside crisp, inside soft
- Pan-fry with garlic, chili, butter, lemon
- Grill with herbs or butter
- Roast for max flavor
- Cook in spicy or mild curry
- Soft inside, slightly crisp outside, perfect
Health Properties
- Supports heart health
- Strengthens bones
- Boosts immunity
- Regulates blood pressure
- Keeps skin and hair happy