A large oceanic billfish found in tropical and subtropical Indian and Pacific waters, reaching over 4.5 m in length. Highly prized by recreational anglers for its strength, speed, and dramatic fighting ability. Scientific name: Istiompax indica.
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Firm, meaty texture with a mild, slightly sweet flavour. The flesh is dense and holds up well to grilling or steaking.
Large central backbone with ribs; easy to fillet into boneless steaks or loins.
In November, our outlook shows it in season around Chennai, Digha, Goa, Kochi, Mumbai and Port Blair.
Annual sea fishing bans: East coast annual fishing ban (15 Apr – 14 Jun); West coast monsoon fishing ban (1 Jun – 31 Jul). Fewer boats land fresh sea fish during these weeks.
Firm, meaty texture with a mild, slightly sweet flavour. The flesh is dense and holds up well to grilling or steaking. Large central backbone with ribs; easy to fillet into boneless steaks or loins.
Popular dishes include Marlin tikka (Coastal India), Marlin curry (Kerala, Goa), Tandoori marlin (Pan-India) and Marlin fry (Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh).
On the Fishing Journey Fish Market, FSSAI-registered sellers list fresh catch as lots. Bid up to your maximum or use Buy now where it is offered, pay from your wallet within 2 hours of winning and collect the fish with your pickup code.
Mechanised and motorised boats stop fishing at sea during the annual bans (East coast annual fishing ban (15 Apr – 14 Jun); West coast monsoon fishing ban (1 Jun – 31 Jul)), so less fresh sea fish is landed in those weeks. Check the Fish Market for live lots.
Black marlin fishing guide: bait, season and spots
