Fishermen are returning from the sea with their nets filled with a variety of marine fish. Among them, trawlers at Cox’s Bazar Fishery Ghat are bringing in large quantities of fresh white rupchanda every day.

White rupchanda is one of the most beloved and popular fish in Cox’s Bazar. Its delicate taste, texture, and versatility in cooking make it highly sought after not only by locals but also by domestic and international tourists.

Seafood enthusiasts consider this white rupchanda a delicacy. Many restaurants in Cox’s Bazar feature it as a special menu item, serving it fried, in curry, or grilled to perfection.

A visit to the Cox’s Bazar Fishery Ghat reveals that medium-sized white rupchanda are being sold at Tk 400 to Tk 700 each, attracting both buyers and seafood lovers to the bustling fish market.

By Mohammad Morshed

Photo: Mohammad Morshed