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Heterobranchus longifilis |
July: Summer activity. The catfish actively feed, especially at night, moving to shallower parts of the water body.
Poisonous spines on fins. Found in freshwater bodies of Africa. Important food source in traditional African communities.
Large freshwater fish with sac-like gills. Active at night, bottom-dwelling lifestyle. Omnivorous predator feeding on fish and invertebrates.
Fishing using bottom nets and rods Night fishing with lighting Fishing with live bait and natural lures
Active at night. Prefers slow rivers and muddy waters. Best caught at dusk and night.
Average weight: 1.5 kg
Handle carefully due to sharp fin spines. Skin can be removed to reduce odor. Meat is firm, juicy, with few bones. Consumed as food after processing.
Fillet: Frying, baking, smoking
Back: Braising, soups
Belly: Frying, boiling
Back: Braising, soups
Belly: Frying, boiling
Fried Heterobranchus longifilis Fillet (Frying)
Crispy crust and juicy meat
Crispy crust and juicy meat
1. Cut fillet into portions.
2. Coat with flour and spices.
3. Fry until golden brown.
2. Coat with flour and spices.
3. Fry until golden brown.
Braised Heterobranchus longifilis with Vegetables (Braising)
Tender meat with rich flavor
Tender meat with rich flavor
1. Cut fish into large pieces.
2. Sauté onions and vegetables.
3. Add fish and braise on low heat for 20-30 minutes.
2. Sauté onions and vegetables.
3. Add fish and braise on low heat for 20-30 minutes.
Smoked Heterobranchus longifilis (Smoking)
Rich smoky flavor
Rich smoky flavor
1. Marinate fillet with spices.
2. Smoke at low temperature for 2-3 hours.
3. Cool and serve as appetizer.
2. Smoke at low temperature for 2-3 hours.
3. Cool and serve as appetizer.