Sardine (Luar)

Sardines were named after the island of Sardinia, where they were once in abundance. The smaller fish are known as Sardine – Luar and the larger, older fish are called Pilchards.Sardine or Luar fish is probably one of the healthiest fish of the Arabian Sea. Sardine is one of the top budget fish for the health benefit it offers.This small size fish is abundant in the Arabian sea and is usually exported from Pakistan. Sardine is an Omega-3 fish with high zinc and protein content.Sardine is a delicate fish and needs proper handling. It can be cooked with strong flavors to subside the fishy odor.