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Pterygoplichthys ?Alternative name:
Pacman Catfish
Pterygoplichthys

July: Water remains warm, with increased activity during the night.

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May bite when defending. Native to South America, widely used in aquariums and as food fish. Farmed in pond systems in some countries.

Has a distinctive armor with large plates. Mostly nocturnal. Feeds on algae and organic detritus.

Caught with bottom gear and traps in ponds and rivers Plant-based bait or artificial lures are used

Active at dusk and night. Prefers areas with current and vegetation.

Average weight: 5 kg

Flesh is firm but has a strong earthy taste and smell, requires thorough cleaning. Often used for smoking or stewing. Small commercial importance.

Fillet: Smoking, stewing
Whole: Boiling, baking

Smoked Pacman catfish (Smoking)
Bright flavor with smoky notes

1. Clean and rinse the fish.
2. Salt with spices for 6-8 hours.
3. Cold smoke for 4-6 hours.
4. Serve with lemon and herbs.

Stewed Pacman catfish with vegetables (Stewing)
Combines tender meat and vegetable aroma

1. Cut fillet into pieces.
2. Fry onion and carrot, add meat.
3. Stew 30 minutes with tomato sauce and spices.
4. Serve with rice or potatoes.

Baked Pacman catfish in foil (Baking)
Meat retains juiciness and spice aroma

1. Cut fish into portions.
2. Marinate in lemon juice with herbs.
3. Bake in foil for 25-30 min at 180°C.
4. Serve with vegetables or salad.

Pacman catfish fish soup (Boiling)
Rich broth with slight acidity

1. Boil fish pieces with vegetables and spices.
2. Add potatoes, onion, herbs.
3. Cook until ready.
4. Serve with lemon and fresh herbs.