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Mugil auratus |
July: Young mullets begin feeding on algae and plankton.
Not aggressive. Found in coastal regions of the Black and Azov Seas. Popular among local fishermen and markets.
Inhabits brackish and coastal waters. Often forms schools near shores.
Bottom fishing and float fishing Fishing in coastal zones and river mouths Using small baits like worms and mollusks
Active in morning and evening hours. Prefers shallow waters with sandy or muddy bottoms.
Average weight: 3 kg
Meat is firm with pleasant taste. Easy to gut, large bones separate easily. Popular fishing target.
Fillet: Frying, baking, grilling
Whole fish: Salting, smoking
Whole fish: Salting, smoking
Fried golden mullet (Frying)
Fillet fried with spices
Fillet fried with spices
1. Salt and pepper the fillet.
2. Fry in pan until golden brown.
2. Fry in pan until golden brown.
Baked mullet with herbs (Baking)
Good for whole fish with lemon and herbs
Good for whole fish with lemon and herbs
1. Rub fish with spices and herbs.
2. Bake at 180°C for about 25 minutes.
2. Bake at 180°C for about 25 minutes.
Smoked mullet (Smoking)
Cold smoking adds delicate flavor
Cold smoking adds delicate flavor
1. Salt fish for 8–10 hours.
2. Cold smoke for 6–8 hours.
2. Cold smoke for 6–8 hours.