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Fresh Anchovy (Natholi) is known for its small size, rich savoury flavour and soft flesh that works especially well in quick frying and traditional fish curry. Fresh Fish Dubai hand picks the current catch, keeps it chilled at 0 to 4°C, and prepares it to order rather than supplying pre cooked or pre packed fish. The small size of Fresh Anchovy (Natholi) makes it especially useful for crispy shallow frying, spicy curry and coconut based fish dishes. Fresh Fish Dubai supplies fresh anchovy fish from the current marine catch, with the exact species and origin confirmed according to the available batch, prepared whole or cleaned according to the selected variant, packed for refrigerated delivery at 0 to 4°C, and supplied in a 1kg option; Dubai delivery starts from 60 to 90 minutes in selected areas, with 2 hour express delivery available, while the current product price should be confirmed at checkout or by WhatsApp before ordering. Fresh Anchovy (Natholi) Variants Variant Weight Preparation Best for Price Uncut / As-Is 500g Whole Frying, curry and traditional recipes AED 20 Whole Cleaned 500g Cleaned Faster home preparation AED 20 Fresh Fish Dubai should only display preparation options that are active in the product selector. The current page should not promise fillets, curry cuts or other preparations unless those options can actually be purchased. How We Pick Fresh Anchovy (Natholi) Anchovies are small fish, so freshness is easier to judge through the condition of the eyes, skin, flesh and overall body structure than by size alone. Fresh Fish Dubai selects the catch for firm flesh, clean appearance and good body condition before keeping it refrigerated at 0 to 4°C. Because anchovies are small and have a relatively high surface area compared with larger fish, they should not sit exposed during preparation. The selected fish stays chilled while the order is prepared, then moves directly into temperature controlled packaging for delivery.
• Catch specific selection: the current anchovy batch is checked for body firmness and appearance rather than simply packing fish by weight.
• Prepared after ordering: you can choose the available whole or cleaned preparation instead of receiving a pre cooked or pre packed product.
• 0 to 4°C handling: Fresh Anchovy (Natholi) stays refrigerated during storage, preparation and delivery to protect its delicate flesh and fresh marine flavour.
Fresh anchovy fresh fish has a noticeably savoury seafood flavour compared with milder white fish. The flesh is small and tender, which is why Natholi is commonly used whole in frying and strongly flavoured curry preparations.
The skin becomes crisp quickly when fried, while the flesh remains moist when the fish is not overcooked.
Attribute | Product information |
English name | Anchovy |
Common name | Natholi |
Arabic name | الأنشوجة |
Product | Fresh Anchovy (Natholi) |
Weight | 1kg |
Fish type | Small marine fish |
Scientific name | Species depends on current catch and should be verified by batch |
Family | Engraulidae for true anchovy species |
Habitat | Marine saltwater environment |
Origin | Current catch origin should be confirmed before publishing |
FAO area | Confirm according to current catch |
Preparation | Whole or cleaned according to available variant |
Storage temperature | 0 to 4°C |
Freshness | Fresh catch, handled chilled and prepared to order |
Ordering | 24/7 by phone, WhatsApp or online shop |
Brand | Fresh Fish Dubai |
Serving customers since | 2020 |
Clean the fish, season with salt and spices, then shallow fry over medium to high heat for about 3 to 5 minutes per side depending on size. Serve immediately while the skin is crisp.
Add cleaned anchovies to a prepared curry near the end of cooking and simmer gently for about 8 to 12 minutes. Avoid excessive stirring because the small fish can break apart.
Cook the coconut based sauce first, then add the anchovies and simmer for approximately 8 to 10 minutes. This keeps the fish tender while allowing the curry flavours to penetrate the flesh.
Feature | Fresh Anchovy (Natholi) | Sardine | Small Mackerel |
Texture | Tender and delicate | Soft and oily | Firmer and richer |
Flavour | Savoury and pronounced | Rich and oily | Strong and full |
Bones | Small edible bones may be present | Fine bones | More noticeable bones |
Best cooking method | Frying and curry | Frying and grilling | Grilling and curry |
Price position | Usually budget friendly | Usually budget-friendly | Usually higher depending on catch and size |
