Bocourti (Pangasius Catfish)
Bocourti (Pangasius catfish) is known as Mekong catfish and
shark catfish. The Bocourti is a fresh water fish.
The adult bocourti can reach 1.30 metre and weigh up to 45
kilograms. Despite its shark-like appearance, the bocourti is very
inoffensive. Omnivirous, it eats mostly shellfish, small fish and
algae.
Bocourti is boneless. It has fine white flesh and a pronounced
taste.
You can find fresh bocourti fillets in your METRO fishmonger's display.
- The semi-fatty flesh of the bocourti adapts well to all methods of cooking but is especially delicious when steamed, pan-fried or baked in parchment.
- Overall, experts agree that bocourti is quite similar to sole and can be cooked in the same manner.
Click here for cooking methods and more tips and suggestions
 Bocourti with Fennel Salad |
 Bocourti fillet s with diced tomatoes |
 Bocourti fillet s with diced tomatoes |
 Trout-pangasius Tournedos with Pesto |
 Fettucine with Pangasius, Spinach and Pancetta |
Bocourti is a semi-fatty fish. For the weight conscious,
poaching, steaming or cooking in parchment would be the methods of
choice.
Bocourti is an excellent source of protein and very high in
vitamins A and C, calcium and iron.
Fresh bocourti should be prepared as soon as possible following purchase.
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Refrigerator 4° C (40° F)
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Freezer -18° C (-4° F)
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Fresh bocourti (Pangasius catfish)
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2 to 3 days
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4 to 6 months
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Cooked bocourti
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1 to 2 days
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