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Farsh is the UAE name for Painted Sweetlips, a reef fish valued for its mild flavour and firm white flesh that holds its shape well when grilled or pan fried. Fresh Fish Dubai offers Fresh Farsh Fish in whole, whole cleaned, steaks and fillet cuts, with 500g and 1kg options from a working price of AED 48 per 1kg, sourced from Gulf or Indian Ocean supply according to the current batch, prepared to order, chilled at 0 to 4°C and delivered across Dubai with 2 hour express delivery available. Order 24/7 by phone, WhatsApp or the online shop for grilling, frying, baking, steaming or traditional UAE seafood dishes. Fresh Farsh Fish Variants Variant Available weight Preparation Farsh Whole 500g to 2kg plus Whole fish Farsh Whole Cleaned 500g to 1.5kg plus Gilled and gutted Farsh Steaks 500g to 1kg Cut into steaks Farsh Fish Fillet 500g to 1kg Filleted according to available fish size Variant availability should follow the live product selector. Farsh is commercially sold in whole, gutted, steak and fillet forms, so these are more relevant purchase choices than generic seafood preparation labels. How Farsh Fish Is Picked Farsh is a reef fish, so size and flesh condition matter when selecting the whole catch. Fresh Fish Dubai should select fish with lustrous skin, firm flesh and a clean sea smell, then remove the gills and gut the fish when that preparation is ordered. For fillets, the flesh should remain firm, moist and intact without excessive liquid separation. The fish is kept refrigerated at 0 to 4°C while awaiting cutting and delivery.
• Farsh has firm white flesh that holds together better than very soft fish during grilling and pan frying.
• You can choose whole, cleaned, steak or fillet preparation instead of receiving one fixed cut.
• Fresh Fish Dubai keeps this reef fish chilled at 0 to 4°C and cuts the selected format according to the order, helping reduce unnecessary handling before delivery.
Farsh has mild white flesh with a firm eating texture. Its natural flavour suits simple seasoning, grilled preparations and dishes where the fish needs to retain its shape.
Whole Farsh is also useful when you want to make stock from the head and frame after removing the edible portions.
Attribute | Product information |
English name | Painted Sweetlips |
Local name | Farsh |
Arabic name | فرش فيش / سمك الفرش |
Scientific name | Diagramma pictum |
Family | Haemulidae |
Fish type | Marine reef fish |
Habitat | Coral dominated and rocky reef areas |
Distribution | Indo West Pacific |
UAE relevance | Locally known as Farsh |
FAO area | Confirm from current catch documentation |
Origin | Gulf or Indian Ocean supply, subject to batch |
Texture | Firm white flesh |
Flavour | Mild and clean |
Bones | Present in whole fish; reduced through fillet preparation |
Approximate pieces per kg | Usually 1 to 2 whole fish, depending on catch size |
Fillet portion size | Approximately 200g to 500g depending on fish size |
Storage | Keep chilled at 0 to 4°C |
Freshness guidance | Best consumed within 2 days when refrigerated |
SKU | FFD FARSH 1KG |
Availability | Subject to daily fresh stock |
Price | AED 48 per 1kg working catalogue price |
Rating | No rating or review count fabricated |
Certification body | Named certifier must be confirmed before publication |
Brush the fish with oil, lemon and spices. Grill whole cleaned fish for about 8 to 12 minutes per side depending on size.
Cook a fillet over medium heat for about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Keep the heat moderate so the outer flesh browns without drying the centre.
Bake cleaned portions at 200°C for about 15 to 20 minutes. Garlic, lemon, coriander and mild chilli work well with its clean flavour.
Feature | Farsh | Hamour | Red Snapper |
Texture | Firm and moist | Firm and meaty | Firm and flaky |
Flavour | Mild and clean | Mild and richer | Mild and slightly sweet |
Bones | Moderate in whole fish | Moderate | Moderate |
Best cooking method | Grill or pan fry | Grill or bake | Grill or bake |
Price position | Mid range | Premium | Mid range |
The working Fresh Fish Dubai price for Fresh Farsh Fish is AED 48 per 1kg.
This price is positioned around the current UAE market reference for Farsh. Dior Fresh Fish currently lists its Farsh product from AED 48 per 1kg, while its category page shows different prices according to preparation. The Fresh Fish Dubai price should be updated to the live catalogue price before publication.
Farsh suits people who prefer firm white fish with a mild flavour. The fillet format is convenient when you want fewer bones and easier portioning.
Whole Farsh contains bones and requires normal fish preparation. Anyone with a fish allergy should avoid it.
