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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