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Catfish

Also Known As : Teesrya, Shimplya, Nal Shingala, Kelluthi, Chim Khen
Technical Name : Siluriformes
Can Eat 0

Non-vegetarian

Taste Profile

It is sweet and mild in taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Catfish is greasy in nature so it should be cleaned well before cooking. They can be made into curries and pair well when served with hot steamed rice, idli and dosa.

Common names and forms

  1. Cat Fish
  2. Tangra fish
  3. Tengra Fish

Description

Catfish derives its name from the feelers it has on its snout, which resemble the whiskers of a cat. It is a popular fish widely enjoyed by Nigerians due to the fact that it is easily available and affordable there. It can be enjoyed in either grilled or fried form or as pepper soup popularly known as 'point and kill'.

Health benefits

  • Catfish contains healthy fats in good amount which help to prevent the risk of having a heart attack and stroke.(1)
  • It contains potasssium that helps to lower the risk of blood pressure.(1)
  • Magnesium present in it can prevent depression.(1)
  • It contains protein that helps to increase muscle mass.(1)

Selection Guide

Choose catfish that has been caught on the same day. The flesh should be slightly firm to touch and make sure it doesn't emit any bad smell. 

Note

Catfish is cultivated with a lot of hormonal feeds filled with steroids and other chemicals. These chemicals are dangerous and can cause cancer.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.healthybuilderz.com/health-benefits-eating-catfish-regularly/

(2) https://nutrifactsblog.com/catfish-bad-health/

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