Baung Merah ( Seasonal )

Baung Merah – Premium Wild-Caught Malaysian Red Catfish 活 红尾白须公 

Description:

1. Product Overview

• Species: Baung Merah – A wild-caught, premium red catfish from Malaysia’s clean waters
• Key Characteristics:
  • Fresh & Wild-Caught – Sustainably sourced for a naturally fresh taste
  • Flavor Profile: Rich, savory, and slightly earthy, with a distinct, bold flavor
  • Texture: Firm and flaky, with a tender and juicy flesh
  • Highly Versatile – Ideal for grilling, steaming, braising, or curries
• Suitable For:
  • Grilling: Perfect for whole fish grilling, marinated with spices and herbs
  • Steaming: Steam with ginger, garlic, and lemongrass for a fragrant and flavorful dish
  • Braising: Slow-cooked in spicy broths or coconut milk-based sauces for a comforting meal
  • Curries: Ideal for Malay-style curries with rich, aromatic spices
  • Soup & Hotpot: Adds a bold, savory richness to broths and seafood stews
• Not Suitable For:
  • Raw consumption, as it is best cooked
  • Overcooking, which can cause the meat to become dry

2. Why Choose Baung Merah?

✔ Rich, Savory, and Earthy Flavor – A bold and distinctive flavor profile for seafood lovers.
✔ Firm and Flaky Texture – Ideal for grilling and braising, with a tender and juicy finish.
✔ Versatile Cooking Methods – Perfect for grilling, steaming, braising, curries, and soups.
✔ Sustainably Wild-Caught – Responsibly sourced from the pristine waters of Malaysia.

3. Handling & Preparation Tips

1. Storage & Cleaning:
   • Keep Baung Merah in a clean, cool environment until ready to cook.
   • If storing in the refrigerator, keep at 0–4°C and cook as soon as possible for the freshest taste.
   • Clean thoroughly, remove scales, gills, and internal organs before cooking.
2. Cooking Methods:
   • Grilling: Coat with spices, garlic, and herbs, then grill for a smoky, flavorful experience.
   • Steaming: Steam with ginger, lemongrass, garlic, and soy sauce for a fragrant, light meal.
   • Braising: Slow-cook in a spicy broth or coconut milk, letting the fish absorb all the flavors.
   • Curries: Cook in a rich coconut curry with tamarind, turmeric, and chili for an aromatic dish.
   • Soup: Ideal for hotpot or seafood soups, where it enhances the broth’s flavor with its richness.

🚫 Avoid:

• Eating raw, as Baung Merah is best enjoyed cooked.
• Overcooking, which can dry out the delicate flesh.