Nile Perch (Qishr Bayad) Fillet: Price and Easy Family Recipes

Nile perch (qishr bayad) fillet is a white, mild freshwater fish sold as boneless-style fillets, which makes it one of the easiest fish for children and quick family meals. It fries, bakes and grills without falling apart. The price depends on fillet size and pack weight; today’s live price is shown below.

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Why families love Nile perch

• Mild taste: no strong “fishy” flavour, so children accept it easily.
• Fillets: no cleaning or scaling, just thaw and cook.
• Versatile: works for fried fish, fish fingers, oven trays, curry and tagine.

Three easy recipes

Crispy fried fillets

Cut into strips, dip in seasoned flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs or panko, and fry in hot oil for 3–4 minutes until golden.

Oven tray with tomatoes

Place the fillets on sliced tomatoes, onions and peppers, add garlic, cumin and olive oil, and bake at 200°C for 20 minutes.

Homemade fish fingers for kids

Cut into fingers, coat in panko and bake at 220°C for 15 minutes, turning once.

Storage and thawing

Keep frozen at -18°C. Thaw overnight in the fridge, pat dry before cooking for a crisp coating, and do not refreeze once thawed.

Frequently asked questions

What is qishr bayad in English?

Qishr bayad is the Egyptian name for Nile perch.

Does Nile perch fillet have bones?

Fillets are cut to remove the main bones, so it is one of the easiest fish to eat, though an occasional small bone is always possible with any fish.

How much do I need for a family of four?

About 800g–1kg of fillet for four main portions.

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