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Snakehead has dense, firm flesh that stays together well in curries, steaming and pan cooking, making it a practical freshwater fish for dishes that need substantial pieces rather than fragile flakes. Fresh Fish Dubai prepares Fresh Snakehead Fish (سمك رأس الثعبان) 1kg from selected freshwater stock, with whole, whole cleaned, steak and fillet preparation available according to the option you choose. Your fish is hand-picked, cleaned and cut to order, chilled from 0 to 4°C, packed for refrigerated delivery and supplied across Dubai including Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Business Bay, Al Barsha, Downtown Dubai, Jumeirah and Palm Jumeirah, with 2 hour express delivery available at AED 39 per 1kg . Order 24/7 by phone, WhatsApp or the online shop for curry, soup, steaming, frying or grilling. Fresh Snakehead Fish Variants and Price Variant Preparation Best use Price Whole Fish kept intact Steaming, baking and presentation dishes AED 39 per 1kg Whole Cleaned Descaled, gutted and cleaned Curry, baking and steaming AED 39 per 1kg Steaks Cut into thick sections Curry, pan cooking and grilling AED 39 per 1kg Fillet Flesh portion prepared for cooking Pan cooking, frying and quick meals AED 39 per 1kg How the Snakehead Is Picked Each Snakehead is selected for firm flesh, clean appearance and suitable size before preparation. Fresh Fish Dubai hand picks the fish, then cleans and cuts it according to your selected variant rather than sending a standard pre packed portion.
The Fresh Fish Dubai price for Fresh Snakehead Fish 1kg is AED 39. You can choose whole, whole cleaned, steaks or fillet preparation and request the selected cut when placing your order.
• The firm muscle of Snakehead keeps substantial pieces together during simmering, making it especially useful for curry preparations.
• Fresh Fish Dubai prepares the selected cut after your order instead of relying on a standard pre packed portion.
• The fish remains between 0 and 4°C during refrigerated storage and delivery to protect its firm freshwater flesh.
Fresh Fish Dubai has served customers since 2020 from Waterfront Market, Dubai. Orders are accepted 24 hours a day through phone, WhatsApp and the online shop.
Cut the fish into steaks and simmer gently in masala gravy for about 15 to 20 minutes. The firm flesh holds together during cooking.
Use whole cleaned fish or large pieces with ginger, garlic and spring onion. Steam for about 15 to 18 minutes depending on thickness.
Pat the fillets dry, season and cook over medium heat for about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
Feature | Snakehead Fish | Tilapia | Catla |
Texture | Firm and dense | Softer and flaky | Firm with larger flakes |
Flavour | Mild and clean | Mild | Mild and slightly richer |
Bones | Present and noticeable | Moderate | More prominent |
Best cooking | Curry, steam, pan cook | Fry, curry | Curry, fry |
Price position | Mid range | Usually lower | Mid range |
Snakehead is a common market name covering several Channa species. The product described here is Channa striata, commonly known as striped Snakehead or Murrel.
Giant snakehead fish normally refers to Channa micropeltes. Golden snakehead can refer to other Channa species in different markets, so these names should not be treated as interchangeable scientific identities.
Attribute | Product information |
English name | Snakehead Fish |
Arabic name | سمك رأس الثعبان |
Common names | Snakehead, Murrel, Shol, Kannan, Varaal |
Scientific name | Channa striata |
Family | Channidae |
Fish type | Freshwater fish |
Habitat | Freshwater rivers, lakes, ponds and slow moving waters |
Origin | Freshwater South and Southeast Asian supply regions |
FAO area | Inland freshwater source, exact region depends on batch |
Weight | 1kg |
Approximate pieces | Varies according to fish size |
Preparation | Whole, whole cleaned, steaks, fillet |
Price | AED 39 per 1kg |
Storage | Keep refrigerated at 0 to 4°C |
Freshness window | Best cooked within 24 hours after delivery |
Availability | Subject to current stock |
SKU | FFD SNAKEHEAD 1KG |
Certification body | Named halal certifier to be confirmed before publication |
Rating | Add only after genuine reviews exist |
Snakehead provides substantial protein with very little carbohydrate, making it a useful protein rich fish option.
People who prefer firm freshwater fish can use it in curry, steaming and pan cooked dishes.
Check carefully for bones before serving children.
Anyone with a known fish allergy should avoid this product.
