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Bring a taste of authentic Asian home cooking to your table with our Yellow Stripe Scad β Whole Round, Vacuum Packed (369g) β a popular, flavourful fish deeply cherished across Southeast Asian and Chinese cuisines for its rich, full-bodied taste, firm flesh, and outstanding versatility. Also known as Selar or Ikan Kuning in Southeast Asia, Yellow Stripe Scad is a staple in millions of households β prized for its bold flavour that holds up beautifully to frying, grilling, steaming, and braising. Flash-frozen and vacuum packed at peak freshness to deliver the authentic taste of the ocean straight to your kitchen.
Deep-frying (recommended): Thaw, score the fish on both sides, season with salt and turmeric, and deep-fry at 180Β°C for 5β7 minutes until golden, crispy, and cooked through β the classic Southeast Asian preparation that brings out the fishβs bold, rich flavour at its very best.
Grilling: Marinate in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, then grill over medium-high heat for 4β5 minutes per side until lightly charred and cooked through.
Steaming: Steam over boiling water for 10β12 minutes until cooked through and serve with a light soy, ginger, and scallion dressing for a clean, delicate preparation.
Braising: Braise in a savoury soy, ginger, and Shaoxing wine sauce for a rich, comforting Cantonese-style dish.
Yellow Stripe Scad is a true comfort food staple β deep-fry until golden and crispy and serve with steamed jasmine rice and a side of sambal for a classic Southeast Asian meal, or grill with soy and garlic and serve with stir-fried vegetables for a simple, satisfying dinner. Steam Cantonese-style with ginger, scallions, and a drizzle of hot sesame oil for a clean, elegant preparation, or braise in a rich soy sauce for a deeply flavourful, homestyle dish. A delicious, affordable everyday fish that never disappoints.
Keep frozen at -18Β°C or below. Once thawed, refrigerate and consume within 24 hours. Do not refreeze.